Blog of Bloodworks Northwest



Dr. Sherrill Slichter

Path to Persistence: Remembering Dr. Sherrill Slichter

The hematology world lost a force with the passing of Dr. Sherrill Slichter on August 13 at age 88. Many advancements in platelet transfusion would not be possibleRead more →

Immunohematology: Improving patient care through specially matched blood

Bloodworks’ Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) and Genomics Testing Laboratory work around the clock every day of the year to provide complex immunohematological and genomic testing services.Read more →

Bloodworks On-site at EvergreenHealth Kirkland

Three hospitals in the Seattle area have a unique model: they have given Bloodworks space to operate an on-site Transfusion Service Lab (TSL).Read more →
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A love letter to anonymous financial donors

To our invisible champions: Your anonymous financial gift is more than support – it is a lifeline. It flows through every unit of blood collected, everyRead more →