Key points

• Overview of  ABO typing & RhD – including ABO & RhD compatibility tables
• Compatible alternative components e.g. ABO choice for plasma and platelets in an emergency situation

Rationale

• To understand transfusion compatibility
• To understand and practise next compatible alternative for blood components
 

Links to resources (where possible)

Blood groups - overview (AU)
Blood groups (NHS)
Component compatibility | Lifeblood

 

Chapters

1. Starting with the donor/safe blood (doctors)

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3. Transfusion requests/Physician blood ordering

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