SUBJECT:SIMPLE DIAGNOSIS LECTURE:HUSSEIN ALI NOR Compatibility Testing (cross matching)
Experiment in which an unknown (patient) serum and (donor) red cells are tested for the detection of unexpected antibodies which are directed against antigens found on the cells Negative results indicate compatibility Compatibility Testing:
Purpose Selection of safest blood components for transfusion With acceptable donor ’ s red cell survival rates Without destruction of recipient ’ s red cells Contin …
Major cross match: Test donor cells with recipient ’ s serum to detect antibodies in patient Minor cross match: Test donor serum with recipient ’ s red cells to detect antibodies in donor plasma Types of cross match:
Major & minor cross matching: Contin ….
Identification of patient & its sample patient full name & hospital registration name of requesting Clinician date & time of sample collection initials of Technician information clearly written on requisition form and sample Steps in Cross-Matching:
ABO & Rh of recipient and donor blood Test for clinically significant red cell antibodies on patient serum. Contin …
4. Selection of appropriate unit of blood ABO & Rh compatible Expiration date Contin ….
5.Performance of serological cross match 6.Labeling of component with patient identification details Contin ….
7.Issue after verification of patient identity alongwith compatibility report & reaction form Contin ….