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Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, 7th Edition
ISBN: 9780803668881
About This Book
"Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, 7th Edition," written by Denise M. Harmening PhD MT (ASCP), is a comprehensive textbook designed for students and professionals in the field of blood banking and transfusion medicine. This book has been a cornerstone in the education of medical laboratory science students and practitioners for decades, providing a detailed exploration of the scientific principles and clinical practices in blood banking.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in medical technology and medical laboratory science programs at the college and university levels. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of blood banking and transfusion practices, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of hematology and transfusion medicine.
History and Editions
The 7th edition of "Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices" has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on quality assurance and informational systems in the blood bank. This edition includes more than 500 illustrations, tables, and boxes that help students master difficult concepts, as well as full-color, step-by-step photographs illustrating ABO forward and reverse blood grouping. The book also covers transfusion for transplantation, legal and ethical aspects of providing blood collection and transfusion services, and complete coverage of all blood group systems.
Author and Other Works
Denise M. Harmening PhD MT (ASCP) is the author of "Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices." She is known for her expertise in blood banking and transfusion medicine, ensuring that the text remains current and relevant. While this is her primary work in the field, her contributions to medical education have been widely recognized.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in blood banking and transfusion practices, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Illustrative Material: More than 500 illustrations, tables, and boxes help students understand complex concepts.
- Clinical Practice: The book provides a thorough understanding of the hows and whys of clinical practice in blood banking.
- Legal and Ethical Aspects: Discussions on the legal and ethical aspects of providing blood collection and transfusion services.
- Registry-Style Review Questions: Immediate feedback for students through registry-style review questions and answers at the end of each chapter.
- Summary Charts: Summary charts at the end of each chapter highlighting important concepts and information for clinical settings.
- Antigen-Antibody Characteristic Charts: “Antigen-Antibody Characteristic†charts on the inside covers of the book for easy access to blood group system information.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780803668881
- eBook: Available through various retailers (e.g., VitalSource, eCampus)
- Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers
Publication Details
- Publisher: F.A. Davis Company
- Publication Date: December 1, 2018
- Number of Pages: 688 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780803668898 (eBook)
- 9780803694620 (eBook)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, 7th Edition," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
