This project aims to collect COVID-19 ICU patient samples to study the causes of death and disease progression. One of the lines of investigation is the formation of dangerous antibodies that induce blood clot formation. Read more
Have you or a loved one suffered from a blood disorder? Hearing about the lived experience of others who have had a blood disorder may be a powerful expression of support and inspiration, offering comfort to someone going through a similar experience. If you have a personal story you would like to share we would love to hear from you. Read more
Perth Blood Institute takes the health of our staff, patients and supporters very seriously. We are responding to the COVID-19 situation and reviewing our protocols and responses daily. We thank all our stakeholders for working with us at this time. Cate Cassarchis, CEO Read more
Read our latest Annual Report 2022-2023. Read more
Kathryn and her Run for a Reason team are hosting a FAMILY FUN DAY this Saturday, 13th April to raise funds for the their running team - in memory of her son, Graham Derrick Wild. Read more
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Lymphoma or lymphatic cancer is a disease which attacks white blood cells and affects not only the organs associated with the lymphatic system but can impact other organs in the body. Here we provide some background information associated with this type of blood cancer. Read more
Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) is a blood cancer which affects the bone marrow and white blood cells. This type of blood cancer is the most prevalent subtype of leukaemia in Western countries. Read more
Thrombocythaemia and thrombocytosis are blood disorders involving platelets, which can cause blood clots and bleeding. Read more
Polycythemia vera is a rare type of blood cancer known as a ‘myeloproliferative disorder’ which refers to when bone marrow produces blood cells in a rapid and uncontrolled way. Read more
Take a look back over the past ten years, as we highlight some of the biggest milestones! Read more
As we reflect on a decade of unwavering commitment, we invite you read inspiring stories of those whose lives have been positively impacted by PBI. Read more
Graham Wild, a passionate 15-year-old boy with a deep love for nature and animals, had dreams of running an animal sanctuary. After returning from a trip to see his dad, Graham started to have trouble breathing and his health rapidly deteriorated. Despite urgent medical attention, his heart stopped, and he couldn't be revived. Graham's mother Kathryn would like to share his story. Read more
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a rare acquired pre-thrombotic autoimmune disease. Here we provide some information regarding the condition. Read more
"It is with your support that we have continued to grow over the past 10 years – to continue to advance medical discoveries and improve care for patients. " Professor Ross Baker Read more
This study will evaluate Sapablursen in patients with polycythemia vera. Read more
This study is an open-label study of Povetacicept in subjects with autoimmune cytopenias. Read more
This is a study comparing Abelacimab to Dalteparin in the treatment of gastrointestinal/genitourinary cancer and associated venous thromboembolism. Read more
You get told you have leukemia, at that point you don’t really know what to do. Read more
This study will compare treatment with Abelacimab to apixaban on venous thromboembolism recurrence and bleeding in patients with cancer associated VTE. Read more