BBANYS December 9, 2026 Webinar - RH You Ready? A Review of a Blood Group System Through Cases

Wednesday, December 9, 2026 / 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

Title:
RH You Ready? A Review of a Blood Group System Through Cases

Speaker:
Lynsi Rahorst, MHPE, MLS(ASCP)SBBCM
Director, Education & Training
New York Blood Center Enterprises

Speaker Bio:
After working for several years in the Immunohematology Reference Laboratory at Community Blood Center in Kansas City, Lynsi is now Director of Education and Training for New York Blood Center Enterprises. In this role, she supports training of laboratory staff and directs educational programs and content offered by NYBCe for the greater transfusion medicine community. She has served on multiple AABB committees, is an AABB IRL assessor, and participates in Spanish language initiatives in transfusion medicine education. Lynsi is passionate about educating and training the next generation of leaders in immunohematology and genomics.

Abstract:
The Rh blood group system has played a pivotal role in the evolution of transfusion medicine, from its early discovery to its ongoing impact on modern blood banking practices. This webinar will explore key historical milestones that shaped our understanding of the Rh system and examine both the well-known antigens and less familiar antigens that can present significant clinical challenges. Participants will gain insight into unique problems Rh antibodies can create in pretransfusion testing, antibody identification, and the provision of compatible blood. Through case-based discussion and practical examples, attendees will strengthen their understanding of the Rh system and its importance in ensuring safe and effective transfusion support.

Objectives:
After this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Describe important aspects of the RH blood group system revealed through a review of history.
2. Identify widely familiar and less familiar antigens of the RH blood group system.
3. Discuss circumstances in which RH antibodies present unique challenges in the blood bank.

Disclosures:
None

Pricing:

• Members: FREE (Registration is required.)
• Non-Members: $45 per session & $130 entire series
• Institutions: $75 per session & $200 entire series

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