The Comprehensive Review of Blood Banking was developed with the demands and responsibilities of pathologists in evaluating and understanding immunohematology lab tests and deciding on correct use of blood components in mind. Lectureres will discuss the imperative need to understand the expectations and review guidelines in dealing with daily transfusion medicine. Presentors will also discuss the latest information on blood group serology and molecular advancements, in addition to patient blood management with evidence-based utilization decisions. The course covers not only the use blood components, but also the safe and correct use of blood derived factors and Rh Immunoglobin for transfusion medicine. Vital problems and potential difficulities in blood component use will be discussed together with the modern-day consensus recommendations for safe transfusion. The program offers new knowledge and practical guidelines for pathologists dealing with transfusion medicine. Attendees will benefit from this course by comparing, reviewing, modifying, and advancing their own practice and applying new information to their daily work.