Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), in collaboration with esteemed experts in the field of transfusion medicine, is pleased to announce the 2nd Masterclass on Immunohaematology: Bridging Theory to Practice, scheduled for 16-17 January 2025, in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
This two-day workshop is designed to deepen the understanding and enhance the practical skills of medical technologists and doctors working in blood bank practices, with a special focus on immunohaematology.
Participants will explore complex topics such as blood grouping discrepancies, antibody screening and identification, and the challenges of managing Direct Antiglobulin Test (DAT) positive cases, particularly in autoimmune haemolytic anaemia (AIHA).
The workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn from renowned experts through a combination of theoretical sessions and hands-on practical training, designed to address the most critical immunological challenges faced in blood bank laboratories.
With only 15 spots available, the workshop aims to ensure an interactive, personalised experience for each participant
This workshop is open to all medical technologists and doctors actively engaged in blood bank practices.
1000-AED only
Participants will be chosen based on their years of experience in blood bank and immunohaematology, and responses to a questionnaire.
Limited to 15 participants to ensure a hands-on learning experience for every participant.
20 December 2024
For any questions or inquiries regarding this event, please contact:
Mrs Ghada Mawad
Dr. Ravi Dara
Consultant, Laboratory Medicine Services, SSMC
Physician, Laboratory Medicine Services, SSMC
Specialist, Laboratory Medicine Services, SSMC
Senior Medical Laboratory Supervisor, SSMC
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Timing | Topics | Assigned Personal | |||
16 January 2025 | Blood Harmony: Navigating Type and Screen Essentials | ||||
8 – 8:30 a.m. | Registration | ||||
8:30 – 8:45 a.m. | Welcome and Introduction | Dr. Eiman Al Zaabi | |||
8:45 – 9:15 a.m. | Clinical Significance of RBC Antibodies | Dr. Manuel Algora | |||
9:15 – 9:30 a.m. | Blood Puzzles: Decoding Mysteries of Blood Group Discrepancies | Ms. Ghada Mawad | |||
9:30 – 10 a.m. | Tea Break | ||||
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. |
Bench Practice, Investigation of Blood Group Discrepancies: Hands-On |
BB Technical Team Dr. Ravi Dara Dr. Rania Madkour |
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1 – 1:45 p.m. | Lunch and Prayer | ||||
1:45 – 2:30 p.m. | Beyond Blood: Unveiling The Secrets Of Antibody Identification | Dr. Ravi C Dara | |||
2:30 – 5 p.m. | Bench Practice Antibody identification | BB Technical Team Dr. Ravi Dara Dr. Rania Madkour | |||
17 January 2025 | Unbinding Mysteries: Exploring DAT Dilemmas | ||||
8:30 – 10 a.m. | DAT Dilemmas: A Comprehensive Guide to Evaluation Strategies |
Dr. Rania Madkour Dr. Ravi Dara |
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10 – 10: 15 a.m. | Tea Break | ||||
10:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
Bench Practice Analysing DAT positive samples and Elution studies: Hands-on |
BB Technical Team Dr. Ravi Dara Dr. Rania Madkour |
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12:30 – 1:15 p.m. | Lunch and Prayer | ||||
1:15 – 3:45 p.m. | Bench Practice Auto and Allo-Adsorption studies |
BB Technical Team Dr. Ravi Dara Dr. Rania Madkour |
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3:45 – 4:30 p.m. | Unravelling Case Studies in Blood Language | Dr. Rania Madkour | |||
4:30 – 5 p.m. | Closing Ceremony and Certificate Distribution | Dr. Eiman Al Zaabi |
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