Competency information
Details
Perform laboratory testing for a patient referred for investigation of platelet refractoriness, including:
- HLA typing
- Antibody testing
Considerations
- How to assure the quality of personal practice.
- The clinical significance of HLA and non-HLA antibodies in blood transfusion:
- HLA antibodies
- HPA antibodies
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 | Outcome Perform the clinical and laboratory work up of patients referred for investigation of platelet refractoriness. |
| # 5 | Outcome Apply specific accreditation standards governing the use of serological practices. |