HLA 101: Connecting the Dots for Transfusion and Transplant (25EL-505)

This program offers a deep dive into the critical role of HLA in transfusion medicine and transplant care. The program will introduce participants to the key concepts of HLA, including how it impacts platelet refractoriness and transplant compatibility. Attendees will explore common challenges in applying HLAS knowledge to patient care and learn how to address gaps that can affect treatment outcomes. The program will emphasize practical applications, using case studies to link theoretical knowledge to real-world clinical scenarios.

This 60-minute eCast will feature lecture-style presentations with interactive, case-based discussions. Participants will first be introduced to the foundational concepts and latest testing methodologies. Then, through case studies involving transfusion support and transplant mismatches, attendees will apply the knowledge learned in practical scenarios, helping to solidify clinical and translational insights.

Presented by

Herleen Rai, MD
Director/Moderator
Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, Division of Transfusion Medicine
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD

H. Cliff Sullivan, MD, F(ACHI)
Speaker
Associate Professor, Co-Director, HLA Laboratory, Director, Cellular Therapy Laboratory
Emory University
Atlanta, GA

Deanna Fang, MD
Speaker
Associate Director of Immunogenetics and Transplantation Laboratory, Associate Director of the Coagulation Laboratory
University of California San Diego (UCSD)
San Diego, CA

Indira Guleria, PhD Diplomate (ABHI), CABP(H)
Speaker
Director, Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (HLA)
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School 
Boston, MA

Learning objectives

After participating in this educational activity, participants should be able to:

• Define the basics of Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) and describe its clinical relevance.
• Identify common knowledge gaps in HLA knowledge and their impact on patient care.
• Apply HLA testing methods and clinical insights in real world cases.

Registration

Registration includes access to both the live and on-demand version of this eCast. Registration for the live eCast will close 1 hour prior to the eCast start time. If you register after this time, you will receive access to the on-demand eCast when it is available.

For additional information and to register as a single viewer or group, visit the AABB event webpage. Please note: Registration fees are required for AABB events.