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AABB is a not-for-profit association representing institutions and individuals working in transfusion medicine and biotherapies. #AABB26 #AABBcabp aabb.org Bethesda, MD Joined August 2010
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AABB @AABB

6 days ago

The Jehovah’s Witnesses announced that the group will now allow individual decisions on accepting or donating allogeneic blood components, including RBCs, white cells, plasma and platelets. Prohibition of whole-blood transfusion remains unchanged. bit.ly/4xIpdlr

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a week ago

AABB has updated the DHQ v4.0 Medication Deferral List to include a six-month deferral for B-cell-depleting monoclonal antibodies: Ocrevus, Kesimpta, Rituxan, Gazyva, Briumvi, Uplizna and Lemtrada. Details and implementation resources: bit.ly/4xpQl8N

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2 weeks ago

Balanced transfusion in U.S. trauma centers roughly tripled from 2018 to 2024, but adoption varied widely. By 2024, two similar patients could differ more than threefold in their likelihood of receiving balanced transfusion, depending on the hospital: bit.ly/4Ao7kLo

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BloodCollectorsWeek @bloodcollectors

2 weeks ago

Shiniece F. at @LifeSouth shows up for her donors every day — because for her, it's never about the needle, it's about the need. 🩸❤️ Thank you, Shiniece, for making a difference. This #BloodCollectorsWeek, share what makes you proud: bit.ly/4qZCzId

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BloodCollectorsWeek @bloodcollectors

2 weeks ago

Thank you to blood collectors like Austin T. at @Versiti for making a difference in the lives of others! 🩸❤️ For him, it's not just a job — it's a way to give back to the community. This #BloodCollectorsWeek, share what makes you proud of your work: bit.ly/4qZCzId

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AABB @AABB

3 weeks ago

A new framework from the Prehospital Blood Transfusion Coalition in @TSACO_AAST defines the EMS blood program coordinator role for the first time, built on AABB's prehospital transfusion standards: bit.ly/4614YUF Congrats to the authors on this important milestone!

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BloodCollectorsWeek @bloodcollectors

3 weeks ago

Behind every blood donation is a team of dedicated professionals. This Blood Collectors Week, we recognize the phlebotomists, technicians, donor recruiters, drivers and others whose work helps make lifesaving donations possible. Thank you for all you do. #BloodCollectorsWeek

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3 weeks ago

Nearly 40 years after the first #UCB transplant, cord blood’s next chapter is being written. What belongs in it? Bring your idea to the Lightning Talks at Cord Blood Connect 2026, part of #AABB2026. Five minutes. Five slides. One big idea. Learn more: bit.ly/4yf5E52

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4 weeks ago

New in #Transfusion: AABB’s Clinical Transfusion Medicine Committee highlights key developments in transfusion medicine and biotherapies from 2025: bit.ly/4iFuypI What do you think will have the greatest impact on the field?

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4 weeks ago

A AABB Association Bulletin offers recommendations for recognizing + managing transfusion-related alpha-gal syndrome, a potentially serious allergic reaction. It emphasizes vigilance and a risk-based approach for transfusion services and blood suppliers. bit.ly/4i31TLc

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4 weeks ago

⚠️ Advanced registration ends tomorrow. ⚠️ #AABB2026 will feature 125+ sessions covering the latest research, innovations and practice in blood banking, transfusion medicine and biotherapies. Register by 11:59 pm PT to save $150: bit.ly/4gZEIAa

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a month ago

More than 125 education sessions. Three days in Atlanta. One field, together. Save $150 on AABB2026 registration before Sep. 1. 🗓️ Oct. 17-19 📍 Atlanta Register today: bit.ly/4qysnWQ #AABB2026

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a month ago

New in @JAMAInternalMed: Type O patients who received group B or AB platelets or plasma had nearly four times the risk of an allergic transfusion reaction, but only in U.S. regions where alpha-gal syndrome is common. More on the AABB Newsfeed: bit.ly/4xjVn7i

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U.S. FDA @FDA

a month ago

Join us on September 29, for the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research’s roundtable focused on strengthening the supply chain for blood manufacturing. The FDA and key stakeholders will discuss supply chain challenges, root causes, potential solutions, and strategies to build greater resilience and help ensure a safe and adequate blood supply in the U.S. 📅 September 29, 2026 🕘 9:00 a.m.–3:15 p.m. ET The registration link and draft agenda are available at: fda.gov/vaccines-blood… #BloodSupply #PublicHealth #SupplyChain

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AABB @AABB

a month ago

Findings from the CHIPS study, published in @JAMANetwork, found that platelets stored at 1-6° C for up to 21 days were noninferior to conventional RT platelets for controlling active bleeding in cardiac surgery patients. Summary on the AABB Newsfeed: bit.ly/4wGICCS

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a month ago

A patient is approved for CAR-T. Insurance covers it. The nearest certified treatment center is more than 300 miles away. What does “access” really mean when geography becomes the barrier? A new ethics column in AABB News examines the challenge: bit.ly/4gi42A9

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2 months ago

New in #Transfusion: Investigators from @lifebloodau compared two ways researchers downscale cold-stored platelets for preclinical work: small-volume mini-bags or standard lab tubes. Over 21 days, one format preserved metabolic and functional quality: bit.ly/4wo1A0W

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U.S. Surgeon General @Surgeon_General

2 months ago

Thanks to the selfless and patriotic Americans who answered the call during the national blood supply shortage, the blood supply is now back in the green. Thank you for stepping forward to help save lives and Make America Healthy Again. Help keep the momentum going. Become a blood donor today by contacting one of the organizations below: AABB: WhereToDonateBlood.org; 301.907.6977 America’s Blood Centers: americasblood.org; 202.393.5725 American Red Cross: RedCrossBlood.org; 1.800.RED CROSS (1.800.733.2767)

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U.S. FDA @FDA

2 months ago

Just a reminder… tomorrow we become @FDA on X. If you already follow us, no action needed. You'll find us at our new handle automatically.

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APEX Awards @ApexAwardsInc

2 months ago

This APEX Grand Award recognizes more than great work—it celebrates the impact behind it. Congratulations to Kendra Y. Mims and the entire team at AABB for the important and inspiring work that you do! 🏆 #APEXAwards #Grandaward #Publicationawards

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