1996

Establishment of the Australian Red Cross Blood Service to ensure national standards in testing & quality of fresh blood and blood products.

Identified in BSE infected cattle, vCJD 1^st transmitted to humans.

Serious Hazards of Transfusion (SHOT ) scheme established in United Kingdom.

First recombinant FVIII products used in Australia to enhance safety & supply.

Electronic cross-matching incorporated into AABB Standards & BCSH Guidelines for pre-transfusion compatibility.

The Australian & New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion (ANZSBT) aims to engage with stakeholders in all areas of transfusion through communication, representation and advocacy.

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