rmiddleton

The original sample has only ONE ABO & RH performed, subsequent samples are crossckecked by the computer history for a match. We perform an immediate spin crossmatch on antibody negative samples for our "secondary" check before issue.

We just "guesstamate" the volume of RBC's, which is printed out on the compatibility slip. On CPD "short draws" there is a specific volume written on the bag and that is entered in to the computer. For neonates and ped's, we weigh the RBC's and give a more specific volume

Thanks, John. I appreciate the input. I too favor the Galileo, but cost is a concern.

Does anyone have any experience or professional views, concerning PROvue versus Galileo? I will be purchasing one of the instruments this summer and would like some input to help me make the correct decision.