Publisher's Synopsis
Platelet transfusion has evolved through the collaboration of the transfusion service, manufacturer, and the clinician. The major goal for this book is to bring together leading international experts in the field of platelet therapy to provide information on current status and future trends. This multi-author book compiles a wealth of information regarding platelet concentrate production, platelet storage lesion, quality monitoring, bacterial and infectious pathogens contamination and de-contamination, as well as platelet transfusion and alternatives to platelets, platelet immunology and transfusion reactions.
Overall this book is viewed as depicting the state of the art for the spectrum of various activities in the field of platelet therapy and research and development. Laboratory, methodological, and clinical aspects are discussed in a simple and practical fashion. Accordingly, this book is of equal interest to laboratory technologists, research and development scientists, and clinicians in various aspects of hemostatic therapy involving platelets and its alternatives. It also appeals to those who wish only an update on new information regarding the field of platelet therapy.
