Session Information
AABB Audioconference Series 2009
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Geek Squad for Blood Banking: Metrology
Track
:
QUALITY/EDUCATION
Program Code:
094602
Date:
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Time:
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
EST
DIRECTOR
:
Veronica Lewis, MS, MT(ASCP)SBB, Assistant Professor / Director, SBB Certificate Program, Rush University
MODERATOR
:
Veronica Lewis, MS, MT(ASCP)SBB, Assistant Professor / Director, SBB Certificate Program, Rush University
SPEAKER
(S):
Charles Van Nort, MT(ASCP) Director, Validation & Equipment Management, Technical Services, American Red Cross, Director, Supplies, Equipment and Validation, American Red Cross
David Owens, Technical Services & Validation Manager - Supplies, Equipment, & Validation, American Red Cross Biomedical Services
Description
Weight, volume, time, and temperature measurements are essential to blood bank and transfusion service operation. Applied metrology concerns the application of measurement science to manufacturing and industry ensuring the suitability of measurement instruments, their calibration, and quality control of measurements. This program introduces the fundamentals of metrology as it applies to blood banking. AABB and FDA regulatory requirements will be reviewed. Types of metrology equipment used in blood banks and transfusion service laboratories will be described. Methods to ensure appropriate calibration and accuracy for blood banks will be discussed.
LEARNER OUTCOMES:
- Describe good calibration practices for metrology equipment used in blood banks and transfusion service laboratories.
- Discuss the concept of traceability.
- Discuss the level of accuracy required for metrology equipment used in blood banks and transfusion service laboratories.
- List the types of blood bank metrology equipment used in blood banks and transfusion service laboratories.
- Recall AABB and FDA regulations in regards to blood bank metrology equipment such as thermometers, scales, and timers.
| CE Category | CE Value |
|---|---|
| California Clinical Laboratory Personnel | 1.5 |
| California Nurse | 1.8 |
| Florida Laboratory Personnel | 1.8 |
| General Attendee | 1.5 |
| Physician | 1.5 |
Please note: Continuing education (CE) credit is available for online offerings only. Individuals that purchase CD-ROMs will not receive CE credit for the programs they view.
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