Aim of the webinar:
The webinar will review typical serologic results seen in patients with warm and cold autoimmune hemolytic anemia and how both can mask drug-induced immune hemolytic anemia DIIHA). Ways to differentiate the three types of AIHA will be discussed.
Objectives:
1. Describe serologic characteristics of classic cases of warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia and cold agglutinin disease.
2. Identify clues when evaluating initial antibody identification and direct antiglobulin test (DAT) results that may bring a conclusion different than warm or cold autoantibody.
3. Discuss the importance of patient history, including medication and transfusion history, when evaluating a positive DAT.
4. Describe testing performed to confirm drug-dependent antibody.
Level of education required:
3, 4 and 5 - intermediate to advanced
Prior knowledge:
Attendees should understand the basic biological characteristics of warm and cold Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia and know the usual serologic workups.
Target audience:
Medical Laboratory Scientists/Biomedical Scientists, Immunohematology Reference Lab Scientists, Physicians
The Speakers
Susan T Johnson
