This session provides a comprehensive look at the types of transfusion reactions defined by the CDC hemovigilance module. The presenter discusses classification of adverse complications, as well as transfusion reaction signs and symptoms, specifics, treatment, and etiology.  Risks of a massive transfusion reaction are also defined. 

Learning Objectives:

• Identify signs and symptoms of a reaction.
• Discuss etiology of common transfusion reactions.
• Define immune verses non-immune reactions.

Author(s):

• Carol Starks, FACHE, MS, MLS, CLS

Relevant Certifications:

• Medical Assistant (RMA)
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
• Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)
• Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT) Phlebotomy Technician (RPT)
• Certified Laboratory Consultant (CLC)

Launch Date: 2021

Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase