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Experience with a cost-effective crossmatch protocol.

I A Shulman, J M Nelson, D R Kent

    JAMA
    |July 5, 1985
    PubMed
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    Implementing a targeted crossmatching protocol for blood transfusions significantly reduced unnecessary procedures and costs. This approach improved blood inventory management and minimized wastage, enhancing transfusion services efficiency.

    Area of Science:

    • Transfusion Medicine
    • Clinical Pathology
    • Laboratory Science

    Background:

    • Routine pretransfusion blood testing includes ABO group, Rh type, and antibody screening.
    • Crossmatching procedures vary based on the presence of unexpected red blood cell antibodies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of a modified blood crossmatching protocol.
    • To assess the impact of targeted crossmatching on blood inventory and wastage.

    Main Methods:

    • Patients with unexpected antibodies underwent full crossmatching (immediate spin, 37°C incubation, indirect antiglobulin test).
    • Patients without unexpected antibodies received immediate spin crossmatch only, performed upon blood issuance.
    • Protocol implemented over 8.5 months, tracking crossmatch numbers and costs.

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    Main Results:

    • 27,742 crossmatches were performed.
    • 46,959 unnecessary crossmatches were avoided.
    • Direct costs were reduced by at least +49,300.
    • Blood inventory control was optimized, with only 0.19% of units expiring.

    Conclusions:

    • A targeted crossmatching protocol is efficient and cost-effective.
    • This strategy optimizes blood bank operations and reduces wastage.
    • Modified crossmatching protocols can enhance transfusion service resource management.