Immunohematology testing using umbilical cord blood: review of the literature, survey of practice and guidance development.
Omar I HajjajGwen ClarkeLani Liebermannull nullPublished in: Transfusion (2022)
This study highlights variability in CB testing, likely reflecting evidence gaps, methodology differences between studies, and lack of guidelines. CB tests should only be performed when indicated and validated on this sample type. The presented guidance statements aim to standardize practice and encourage judicious CB sampling.