Cross-matching techniques for blood transfusions

Description

The testing methods used prior to a blood transfusion to identify if the donor`s blood is compatible with the blood of a specific recipient.

Alternative labels

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testing methods prior to blood transfusions
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blood typing and crossmatching
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Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Cross-matching techniques for blood transfusions is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Biomedical scientist: Biomedical scientists perform all laboratory methods required as part of medical examination, treatment and research activities, particularly clinical-chemical, haematological, immuno-haematological, histological, cytological, microbiological, parasitological, mycological, serological and radiological tests. They perform analytical sample testing and report the results to the medical staff for further diagnosis. Biomedical Scientists may apply these methods in particular in the infection, blood or cellular sciences.

Optional knowledge

Cross-matching techniques for blood transfusions is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Medical laboratory technology vocational teacher: Medical laboratory technology vocational teachers technology instruct students in their specialised field of study, medical laboratory technology, which is predominantly practical in nature. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques the students must subsequently master for a medical laboratory technology-related profession. Medical laboratory technology vocational teachers monitor the students’ progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance on the subject of medical laboratory technology through assignments, tests and examinations.

 


 

References

  1. Cross-matching techniques for blood transfusions – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022