Standards for Immunohematology Reference Laboratories, 13th Edition – Print

The 13th edition of Standards for Immunohematology Reference Laboratories relies on a matrix of quality management system and detailed operational requirements, such as those defining minimum antisera resources.

Significant changes in the 13th edition include:

• The updated Quality Systems Essentials template has been incorporated into the 13th edition, including updated language and new sections on key concepts and key terms and examples of objective evidence.
• Standard 5.1.1.1 has been updated to focus specifically on testing processes and not testing procedures.
• New Standards 5.1.10.1.1 – 5.1.10.1.3 address proficiency testing referrals, associated communications, and notifications to CMS.
• New subnumber 3 has been added to Standard 5.2 creating a new path for conformance with American Rare Donor Program participation by screening at least 1000 donors for IgA deficiency.

(2024, AABB, softcover, ISBN 978-1-56395-484-9)

Effective date: April 1, 2024

Member price: $144
Nonmember price: $208

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