The Proposed 6th edition of Standards for Perioperative Autologous Blood Collection and Administration

The proposed 6th edition of Standards for Perioperative Autologous Blood Collection and Administration is available for public comment from February 28, 2014 until April 29, 2014. A summary of significant changes is provided to facilitate review of the proposed Standards.

After the conclusion of the comment period, the Perioperative Standards Program Unit will meet to review all comments submitted.  The 6th edition will go into effect on January 1, 2015.

To Comment on the Proposed Standards:

1. Send comments by April 29, 2014 to the Standards Department, AABB National Office, 8101 Glenbrook Road, Bethesda, MD 20814; fax +1 301.657.0957; email: [email protected].
2. Include name and postal address/fax number/email address, as appropriate.
3. Identify the standard by its number at the beginning of the comments. This identification is especially helpful if you comment on more than one standard.
4. Provide alternative wording if you think it would improve the clarity of a standard. If you agree or disagree strongly with a proposed change, please state your reasons or submit data.

Summary of Significant Changes and Proposed Standards for Perioperative Autologous Blood Collection and Administration, 6th Edition (PDF)