Reminder: Don’t miss our upcoming webinar happening tomorrow! 🩸 ISBT Corporate Partner Webinar with Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies The Role of Leukoreduction in Modern Transfusion Medicine 🗓️ 8 October 2025 | 🕒 3pm – 4pm CEST 🔗 Book your spot now! www.isbtweb.org/events/isbt-...

New article in #VoxSanguinis: Beyond the Human Eye: Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizing Plasma Quality Control 💡94.7% accuracy and 100% sensitivity 💡Detected all abnormal units 💡Significantly reduced normal plasma wastage 🔗 Read the article here: doi.org/10.1111%2Fvo... #ISBT #VoxSanguinis

🩸One week to go until our Corporate Webinar with Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies! Join us 8 Oct | 15:00 CEST for the ISBT webinar with Terumo BCT: The Role of Leukoreduction in Modern Transfusion Medicine. 🔗 www.isbtweb.org/events/isbt-... #Transfusion #ISBT #Terumo #FreeWebinar

Join us on Wednesday 8 October 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CEST for a free webinar by Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies. Learn all about the role of leukoreduction in modern transfusion medicine. www.isbtweb.org/events/isbt-... #Transfusion #ISBT #Terumo #FreeWebinar

#VoxSanguinis: Manufacturing stresses do not differentially impact red blood cells from donors with diabetes 💡Blood manufacturing does not differentially impact red blood cells from donors with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. 🔗Read the full article here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

New Talking Transfusion episode! For Blood Cancer Awareness month the hosts chat with reviewers from the Transfusion Evidence Roundup, exploring the latest findings, clinical challenges and highlight the importance of transfusion. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/63YC... #TalkingTransfusion

New in #VoxSanguinis: Partial D variant with demonstrated risk of D alloimmunisation in the Australian Indigenous population 💡This article reports a novel RHD variant. Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.... #Transfusion #BloodResearch

ISBT Webinar: Meet the Expert – Simon Stanworth Topic: Blood products in life-threatening hemorrhage 📅 20 Aug 2025 | 5–6 PM CEST www.isbtweb.org/events/isbt-...

New in Vox Sanguinis: Cold-stored whole blood shows most haemostatic changes within the first 14 days. 👉 Leukoreduction doesn’t make a big difference after prolonged storage. 👉 Clot structure may already be weaker at day 14. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... #Transfusion #BloodResearch

Reminder – Global Survey on Pediatric Apheresis Don’t forget to share your expertise! Pediatric apheresis data is limited, and your input will help shape global practices. #PediatricApheresis #ISBT #WAA #ASFA #GlobalSurvey www.surveymonkey.com/r/XHPR7S6

New pod episode! We sat down with behavioral scientist Niall O’Hagan to talk about his first-ever conference presentation at #ISBTMilan He breaks down his research on memory + donor screening — and what guessing on forms could mean for blood safety. Spoiler: it’s more common than you think.

New in #VoxSanguinis: Neocyte-enriched blood doesn’t extend RBC survival vs. conventional filtered blood in chronic transfusions. 💡 Time to reassess its value & cost-effectiveness. Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... #BloodTransfusion #Hematology #SickleCell #Thalassaemia

#PediatricTransfusion Medicine: Did You Know? Premature infants often have more blood drawn than their total volume during their NICU stay — over 90% <1,000g need at least one RBC transfusion, mostly due to testing losses. #NICU #ISBTClinical #BloodConservation 📚 Patel et al. 2016 – PMID: 27424006

Dive into the latest issue of #TransfusionToday! We tackle the global challenge of #BloodSupplyManagement exploring donor and system constraints, and solutions to reduce wastage. 🔹 Highlights from Milan 🔹 Blood2025-ISBT in Perth 🔹 Rare Donor Workshop isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-...

New in #VoxSanguinis! A simple, extraction-free genotyping method: heat whole blood at 95°C for 5 mins to get a PCR-ready template—no DNA extraction needed. ✅ One-tube protocol ✅ Saves time & cost ✅ Reliable for HPA genotyping onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...

Global Survey on Pediatric Apheresis Practices Pediatric apheresis presents unique challenges. The ISBT Pediatric Transfusion & Apheresis subgroups, in collaboration with WAA and ASFA, invite you to help fill this gap. Share your experience by completing our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/XHPR7S6

Just 1 month left to grab your Early Bird registration for #BLOOD2025 & #ISBTPERTH 2025! 4 days of cutting-edge science, global collaboration, and innovation await. Don’t miss out on the best rates to join the leaders in transfusion medicine and blood banking. www.blood-isbt-2025.com

New in Vox Sanguinis: High-dose prophylactic granulocyte transfusions (PGTx) after allogeneic stem cell transplant were well tolerated and boosted neutrophil counts during neutropenia. 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1... #Transfusion #Haematology #StemCell #PGTx #VoxSanguinis

New in #VoxSanguinis: "Forecasting Emerging Trends in #TransfusionMedicine" A network analysis of research reveals clinical transfusion at the core, with growth in management, platelet/plasma use, and emerging focus on personalized therapies, #immunohaematology & cell-based treatments.

New in #VoxSanguinis: Routine detection of the Asian-type DEL (RHD*DEL1) allele is recommended for individuals of East/Southeast Asian ancestry with weak or partial D phenotypes. 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10....

New in #VoxSanguinis: Obstetric care without #transfusion—safe & effective. This study outlines specialized strategies for patients who decline allogeneic blood: 0 deaths in either group Low morbidity: 1.5% (bloodless) vs 0.8% Multidisciplinary care is key onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...

Join the 3rd Rare Blood Provision Workshop in Bilbao 🇪🇸 Sept 30–Oct 1, 2025. Connect with experts, dive into real cases, and explore the future of rare blood provision—both in-person & online! Details & registration 👉 www.isbtweb.org/events/rare-...

A great moment captured last week as EBA and ISBT came together in preparation for an exciting event this September! Stay tuned—if you're interested in Rare Blood, you won’t want to miss what’s coming. Huge thanks to the ISBT and EBA teams for all your work behind the scenes!

Congrats to Karina Yazdanbakhsh on receiving the ASH Henry M. Stratton Medal for Basic Science! Her groundbreaking research in transfusion medicine and sickle cell disease is shaping the future of targeted therapies Proud to have her as Co-Chair of the Basic Transfusion Biology WP

#VoxSanguinis A closer look at cold-stored #platelets and the presence of aggregates. • Aggregates were present in ~10% of cold-stored units • These platelets showed increased activation • Standard filtration didn’t eliminate all aggregates onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

#LearningUpdate 18F w/ refractory AML on palliative care. Presents w/ persistent nosebleed → platelet transfusion started. 10 min in: develops itching + urticaria. 🔍 Compare pre- and during-transfusion parameters. What’s your take? Drop it in the comments 👇 #MedEd #TransfusionMedicine

Join us for the joint meeting of Blood 2025 and ISBT Perth from 26 – 29 October 2025! Early bird registration is available until 19 August – don’t miss the chance to save your spot at a reduced rate! www.isbtweb.org/events/isbt-...

New in #VoxSanguinis Why do some men who have sex with men #MSM in New Zealand choose to donate—or not donate—blood? This study explores the motivations, mistrust, and cultural considerations shaping #blooddonation decisions among MSM in NZ. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

World Blood Donor Day 2025 Safe blood saves lives — one donation can help save up to three people. Thank you, blood donors, for giving hope and saving lives. 💉❤️ #WBDD2025 #GiveBloodGiveHope #SafeBloodSavesLives #WorldBloodDonorDay

Thanks #ISBTMilan we had a great time! See you at the next @isbt.bsky.social congress in Perth 🦘 🇦🇺 🌏

Recently published in #VoxSanguinis: Is surgical smoke contaminating salvaged autologous blood? 🩸 Cell salvage removed 97.9% of toxins like toluene ⚠️ But traces of cyanide remained ➡️ Potential neurological & cardiovascular risks 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...

New in #VoxSanguinis: A healthy stem cell donor developed liver injury after G-CSF. ✅ Positive lymphocyte stimulation test helped diagnose 📌 Highlights need for close donor monitoring 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1... #DonorSafety #StemCellDonation #GCSF #TransfusionMedicine #ISBT

Thank you for making #ISBTMilan unforgettable! 💙 Your energy, passion, and dedication lit up every moment. youtu.be/dX-yKq3lINQ

Day 4 at #ISBTMilan started with a Fun Run and packed workshops on transfusion education, critical thinking, and SoHO rules. We wrapped up with the ISBT General Assembly and an epic party! One more day to go! www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfE6...

Day 2 at #ISBTMilan was packed! 👏 Working Party Meetings, first in-person I Try It mentor meet-up, Academy Day sessions, the Opening Ceremony (congrats Paolo, Sandra & Hans!), and the Exhibition opening. Lots of energy—see you tomorrow! #TransfusionMedicine youtu.be/7jKaXjBPXuQ

Great to be here at #ISBTMilan! Lots of activity in the working party meetings and other sessions. Thanks to the LOC and everyone to prepare for this excellent congress!

Highlights from Day 1 at #ISBTMilan! Kicked off with Working Party meetings + SIMTI Local Day diving into clinical challenges, SoHO products & self-sufficiency in blood & plasma. Great science, great energy, great to be together in Milan. More to come — stay tuned! youtu.be/6I1PdisOOKM

Let Roche show you how to take your lab to the next level with their Blood Safety Solutions at #ISBTMilan. Visit Roche’s booth #D16 and start building the future together. bit.ly/43AacUi

#GrifolsDiagnostic will be participating in #ISBTMilan. Explore Grifols’ innovations in Total Laboratory Automation for labs of all sizes. Don’t miss their symposium, Elevating Transfusion Safety and Efficiency, on 2 June at 12:30 PM. www.diagnostic.grifols.com/en/home

Meet Fresenius Kabi at #ISBTMilan, May 31–June 4! Discover their Transfusion Journey of Life-Saving Drops at Booth E68. Join the donor room experience, explore product demos, and attend our booth lectures. 👉 lnkd.in/eKWM7AjK

📢 This Month’s Learning Update is live! We’re diving into transfusion reactions in this edition. Your challenge? Match each case with the correct decision: 🔹 Transfusion of the same component CAN proceed 🔹 Transfusion of the same component CANNOT proceed Comment your answers!!

Every safe transfusion, blood product & treatment begins with a clinical trial. On #InternationalClinicalTrialsDay we celebrate the researchers, clinicians & brave volunteers whose trust in science saves lives every day. 🔬🌍 #ClinicalTrials #TransfusionMedicine

New in #VoxSanguinis! Iron depletion affects 13% of regular platelet apheresis donors, mainly due to donation frequency. This study from 🇹🇭 compares reticulocyte haemoglobin vs serum ferritin as markers of iron status. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Can anti-HNA-3 antibodies trigger kidney transplant rejection without HLA-DSA? New in Transfusion Today: Elyse Moritz explores their impact on graft survival & the need for better screening. 🔗 Read more:https://viewer.foleon.com/preview/6my8otok19/the-impact-of-antibodies

New in #VoxSanguinis: Lifting vCJD-related deferrals boosted donor numbers—63% of the increase came from previously self-deferred individuals. Revisiting precautionary policies can meaningfully expand the donor pool. 🩸 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.... #BloodDonation #TransfusionMedicine

RBC alloantibody prevalence is declining in Canterbury, NZ — thanks to changes in transfusion practice, population mix & fertility. New study in #VoxSanguinis highlights this positive trend for patient care. 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1... #TransfusionMedicine #BloodSafety #ISBT

Today on #ThalassaemiaDay2025, we unite to support patients and raise awareness. Together, we can improve care and build stronger, informed communities. 💉❤️ #TogetherForThalassaemia #PrioritizingPatients

Great summary of key issues in transfusion support for patients with thalassaemia by @satyamarora.bsky.social at today's TIF and @isbt.bsky.social webinar. You can still register for tomorrow's webinar: www.isbtweb.org/events/joint-isbt-and-tif-webinars-together-for-thalassaemia1.html

New in #VoxSanguinis Curious about innovations in genotyping? A new study highlights how long-read nanopore sequencing is advancing our understanding of CD177 (HNA-2) polymorphisms. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

Join TIF & ISBT for the Together for Thalassaemia webinars! Explore global challenges & best practices in transfusion care. 🗓️ May 7 & 8 | 🕚 11:00–12:30 CEST Register now! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...