Importance of Using Standardized Definitions for Adverse Events in Blood Transfusion Services

It's easy to push the panic button when a suspected transfusion reaction occurs! Blood bank doctors and lab scientists interact with clinical staff more than at any other time when dealing with suspected and confirmed transfusion reactions. Dr. Mark Fung from University of Vermont (editor of the AABB Technical Manual) takes us through a detailed look at how to manage these situations calmly and systematically.