This glossary is provided by the Society for the Advancement of Blood Management (SABM) as a tool to enhance the basic understanding of terms frequently used by those working in the field of blood management.
No single resource was consulted or referred to as a standard but rather a number of resources were consulted for accuracy of statement by experts in the field. This glossary is peer-reviewed and is a work-in-progress as we expect growth in volume and content.
If you have questions about a definition or want to add to the glossary, please submit in writing to the Online Educational Content Work Group at OECWG@sabm.org.
Disclaimer:
The SABM glossary is not intended as a substitute for medical or legal advice and the content should not be relied upon for any medical or legal purposes. Readers should make their own determinations as to: (i) what constitutes appropriate medical, technical, and administrative practices, and (ii) how best to evaluate and utilize for medical purposes any content posted in the glossary and (iii) how best to comply with laws and regulations relevant to any questions. For the latter, readers should consider consulting, as to any medical matters, a qualified physician, and, as to any legal matters, an attorney familiar with related state and federal laws. The user of the glossary, by accessing same, assumes all risks arising out of such use and releases SABM and its respective members, directors, officers and agents from and against any loss, damage, claim or liability arising out of such use of the glossary.