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

Learning Objectives:

  • The primary aim of this workshop is to enhance the competence and expertise of professionals working in the field of Transfusion Medicine, with a specific focus on Immunohaematology.
  • Immunohaematology encompasses a range of critical tasks within the blood bank, including blood typing, pre-transfusion testing, unexpected antibody screening, prenatal testing, and cord blood evaluations.
  • Throughout this workshop, participants will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to tackle immunological challenges routinely encountered in blood bank laboratories, as well as the complexities involved in serological studies for patients.

Target Audience:

This workshop is open to all medical technologists and doctors actively engaged in blood bank practices.

Workshop Fee:

1000-AED only

Selection Process:

Participants will be chosen based on their years of experience in blood bank and immunohaematology, and responses to a questionnaire.

Number of Participants:

Limited to 15 participants to ensure a hands-on learning experience for every participant.

Last Date for Enrolment

20 December 2024

For any questions or inquiries regarding this event, please contact:
Mrs Ghada Mawad
Dr. Ravi Dara

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Dr. Manuel Algora

Consultant, Laboratory Medicine Services, SSMC

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Dr. Ravi Chandrabhan Dara

Physician, Laboratory Medicine Services, SSMC

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Dr. Rania Madkour

Specialist, Laboratory Medicine Services, SSMC

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Mrs. Ghada Mawad

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
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
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
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
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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