AABB (formerly known as American Association of Blood Banks)

AABB, formerly known as the American Association of Blood Banks, is an organization that sets standards and improves practices for blood banking, transfusion medicine, and cellular therapies. It ensures the safety, quality, and availability of blood and blood products through accreditation, education, and research. AABB works with healthcare providers, laboratories, and blood banks to develop guidelines, promote best practices, and advance innovations, ultimately safeguarding patients receiving transfusions or cellular treatments. In essence, AABB plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity and quality of blood-related healthcare services.