An approach to incompatible cross-matched red cells: Our experience in a major regional blood transfusion center at Kolkata, Eastern India
Conclusion: This study showed antibody against the Rh system as the most common cause of incompatibility. (Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science)
Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science - February 16, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: Prasun Bhattacharya Eeshita Samanta Nowroz Afroza Archana Naik Rathindranath Biswas Source Type: research

Identification of iron status of blood donors by using low hemoglobin density and microcytic anemia factor
Conclusion: LHD% and Maf in the screening of blood donors raise the possibility of early detection of iron deficiency, without the need of extra cost and blood sampling. (Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science)
Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science - February 16, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: Ashutosh Singh Rajendra Chaudhary Hem C Pandey Atul Sonker Source Type: research

Advantages of type and screen policy: Perspective from a developing country!
Conclusion: Use of 'TS with IS crossmatch' policy provides multiple advantages to all the stakeholders; blood banker, clinician, patient, and the hospital management. (Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science)
Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science - February 16, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: Geet Aggarwal Aseem K Tiwari Dinesh Arora Ravi C Dara Devi P Acharya Gunjan Bhardwaj Jyoti Sharma Source Type: research

Transfusion support in preterm neonates & #60;1500 g and/or & #60;32 weeks in a tertiary care center: A descriptive study
Conclusion: This study would serve as an audit for neonatal blood transfusion therapy. Close adherence to neonatal transfusion policy and restrictive transfusion guidelines helps reduce inappropriate use of blood products and adverse transfusion reactions. (Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science)
Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science - February 16, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: RA Shanmugha Priya R Krishnamoorthy Vinod Kumar Panicker Binu Ninan Source Type: research

Assessment of bedside transfusion practices at a tertiary care center: A step closer to controlling the chaos
Conclusion: There is need to create awareness about policies and guidelines of bed side transfusion among the ward staff. Regular audits are necessary for compliance to guidelines among clinical staff. (Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science)
Source: Asian Journal of Transfusion Science - February 16, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: Dheeraj Khetan Rahul Katharia Hem Chandra Pandey Rajendra Chaudhary Rajesh Harsvardhan Hemchandra Pandey Atul Sonkar Source Type: research