Our Haematology and Blood Transfusion Division brings together experts in blood disorders, coagulation and transfusion medicine. We develop national guidelines, run professional training, and promote research in haematological sciences to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient care across Kenya.
What this division works on
Professional development
Continuing education programmes and workshops for haematology professionals in healthcare facilities across the country.
Research
Collaborative research on haematological disorders prevalent in the Kenyan population.
Guidelines
National standards and best practice guidelines for haematology testing and reporting.
Advocacy and policy
Representing haematology interests in national healthcare policy and resource allocation.
What the division covers
- Full blood counts and blood film review
- Coagulation testing and monitoring of anticoagulant therapy
- Screening and diagnosis of haemoglobin disorders, including sickle cell disease
- Bone marrow examination in leukaemia, lymphoma and other blood cancers
- Blood transfusion science: grouping, antibody screening and crossmatch
- Analyser verification, quality control and external quality assessment
Related KACP activities
Get involved
KACP members are welcome to join this division. Write to the Secretariat at info@kacp.co.ke and say which division interests you.
