Product Description

Transfusion Science 2/e covers the basic science behind the crucial areas of transfusion and transplantation. The book has a revised design and layout, and includes a greater number of case studies, to aid student understanding. The new edition has been extensively updated to cover the latest applications of molecular biology to transfusion science. Sections have been extended to include leucodepletion, pathogen reduction, haemolytic anaemias and blood group serology. Contents: 1. The immune system; 2. Antibodies and antigens; 3. Complement; 4. Genetics for blood groups; 5. Introduction to blood groups: the ABO blood group system; 6 The Rh blood group system; 7. Other blood group systems; 8. Immune and auto immune haematology disorders; 9. Blood products and components; 10. Haemagglutination and blood grouping methods; 11. Adverse effects of transfusion; 12. Stem cell processing and transplantation; 13 Applications of molecular and immunological techniques; Index. This title forms part of Scion's series of books for the biomedical sciences. Other books include: Cellular Pathology (9781904842309); Histological and Histochemical Methods (9781904842422) and Clinical Biochemistry (9781904842415).

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #64881 in Books
• Published on: 2007-11-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 300 pages

Customer Reviews

Exceptional text in the field of transfusion science!
An invaluable text written by somenone obviously very in touch with the practice of hospital transfusion science. Although aimed at undergraduates, I found it essential for building basic knowledge as a trainee BMS. A rare, well written, exceptionally understandable book which I'm sure will be of great use throughout my career in biomedical sciences.

Good for Transfusion Science for Biomedical Scientists
A comprehensive guide to transfusion science, with all the essential information on all clinically significant antibodies.
Well written and easy to read, with summary boxes and revision questions, great for the trainee or qualified staff for revision or CPD.

highly recommended for technical understanding
very useful for non blood bank people who need to understand groups not commonly found in standard texts
up to date and easy to dip into later if something new requires a better understanding