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Science & Innovation Forum - Red Blood Cell Antibodies: Advanced Case Challenges

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Thursday, August 20, 2026
2:00 - 3:00 PM (ET)

Presented by Bio-Rad Laboratories, an AABB Premium Corporate Partner

Bio-RadSandy Nance will lead participants through the antibody identification process, starting with an interactive case study that provides key principles and approaches. She will then present a series of increasingly complex cases, engaging the audience with interactive questions designed to guide case resolution and reinforce critical thinking. Through real-world examples and collaborative discussion, this program will provide practical, hands-on training that strengthens participants' confidence and expertise in antibody identification.

After attending this program, participants should be able to:

  • Describe the systematic approach to antibody identification and its role in transfusion medicine.
  • Interpret antibody identification test results from advanced serologic cases.
  • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving strategies to resolve moderately complex antibody identification cases.
  • Identify the investigative tools and testing strategies required to resolve advanced antibody identification cases.
  • Determine appropriate antibody identification pathways to support safe transfusion decisions.
  • Intended Audience: Hospital Blood Banks, Hospitals, Immunohematology Reference Labs (IRL’s), Laboratory Staff, Managers/Supervisors, Scientists, Students (MD, MT, SBB), Technologists

  • Registration

    This Science & Innovation Forum is complimentary to all, but registration is required. By registering for this AABB-hosted program you consent to have your information shared with the program sponsor, Bio-Rad Laboratories. Once registered, you will receive an automated email from customercare@gotowebinar.com with access instructions unique to you (check your spam or junk email folders if you do not receive it; add customercare@gotowebinar.com to your safe sender list). The program will be hosted on GoToWebinar so please take a moment prior to the live program to review the different join methods for GoToWebinar.

    Faculty

    Sandra Nance, MS, MT(ASCP), SBBSpeaker: Sandra Nance, MS, MT(ASCP), SBB
    Senior Director, Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL), Penn-Jersey Region, American Red Cross Blood Services
    Adjunct Assistant Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Pennsylvania

    Sandra J. Nance has provided leadership to the American Rare Donor Program, American Red Cross Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Laboratories, and the National Reference Laboratories for Blood Group Serology, Molecular Testing, Neutrophil and Specialized Testing. She is Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Division of Transfusion Medicine & Therapeutic Pathology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the former Editor in Chief of the Immunohematology Journal of Blood Group Serology and Molecular Genetics, and has also held leadership positions in the AABB, ASCP, ICII, and ISBT.


    Scott Hauenstein, PhDModerator: Scott Hauenstein, PhD
    Director, Global Scientific Affairs, Bio-Rad Laboratories

    Scott Hauenstein, PhD, is Director of Global Scientific Affairs at Bio-Rad Laboratories, where he leads global scientific strategy and external engagement across transfusion medicine and clinical diagnostics. He focuses on advancing immunohematology, blood screening, and infectious disease testing through strategic collaborations with key opinion leaders, public health laboratories, and academic partners, helping drive evidence-based adoption of innovative diagnostic technologies.


    The content of this event was developed independently from the AABB continuing education program. The opinions expressed are those of the faculty. Continuing education credit is not offered.

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