Thrombosis Australia

Thrombosis Australia is a central information and resource hub for the community proudly brought to you by the Perth Blood Institute

Our Thrombosis Australia Advisory Panel consists of seven eminent Australian healthcare professionals.

Thrombosis Australia Advisory Panel

If you are a healthcare professional you can access the Thrombosis Australia Professionals site here:

Thrombosis Australia Professionals

What's New

Website Survey - TA

Please take part in our survey to improve our website and services. Read more

Dr Jamie Price - Meet the Panel

The first article in our "Meet the Panel" series where we will introduce each of the Thrombosis Australia Advisory Panel members. Read more

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Thrombosis Australia Advisory Panel

We have established an advisory panel to provide oversight and direction to Thrombosis Australia, to ensure that the information we provide is current and accurate.
Thrombosis Australia is now live!

Australians are set to benefit from a central resource ‘hub’ of authoritative information to increase awareness and understanding of deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and stroke, and improve their prevention, early detection and management.
Breakthrough for haemophilia A patients

Perth Blood Institute has participated in a ground-breaking clinical trial which has uncovered a new life-changing treatment for people with haemophilia.
Darren's Story

Darren suffered his first experience with blood clots on April 12th, 2015. Darren arrived at the hospital emergency department in a very bad way, even unable to speak. Read more about Darren's story.

Alicia's Story

Alicia was a very active and healthy 19-year-old when during a social game of netball, she rolled her ankle and was diagnosed with ligament damage. Learn more about Alicia's experience here.
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COVID-19 and Thrombosis

The International Society of Thrombosis and Haemostasis has released information on COVID-19 and thrombosis. Here are the important facts; Having a blood clot does not increase your risk of acquiring COVID-19. Taking anticoagulants (blood-thinning medication) for a blood clot disorder also does not increase your risk of acquiring COVID-19.
Privacy Policy

THE PERTH BLOOD INSTITUTE LIMITED ABN: 24164941815 (trading as Perth Blood Institute) takes your privacy seriously. We respect and uphold your right to privacy protection under the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), by regulating the way in which we collect, use, disclose, hold and destroy your personal information. This Privacy Policy covers all personal information held by us.
Research Team Awarded DARF Dementia Grant

Perth Blood Institute is pleased to announce it is the recipient of the Norma Beaconsfield Project Grant, awarded by the Dementia Australia Research Foundation (DARF). This grant will allow the Platelet Research Team to continue important investigations into the effect of blood-thinning medication on dementia risk.
Bridget's Story

When Bridget was 35, at 25 weeks gestation during her third pregnancy, she was diagnosed suddenly with a pulmonary embolism (PE) in her lungs. Read Bridget's story here.
Clinical Research Fellowship

The Perth Blood Institute (PBI) conducts medical research into blood disorders, including their causes, prevention and treatment options; facilitates access to high quality clinical trials for people affected by blood disorders; and provides information about blood disorders to patients and their families.
Elie's Story

When Elie was a young, fit and healthy 22-year-old he noticed a lump in the side of his neck. He went to his GP complaining of fatigue, insomnia, and severe itching. After being misdiagnosed with glandular fever and then a mystery virus, he received a call from his doctor.
COVID-19 - Impact on blood transfusions and blood donations

Some members of the community may be concerned about the potential transmission of the COVID-19 virus through blood products, such as through blood transfusions. If you rely on blood products, you should feel confident to continue to receive them.
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Your donation can help PBI to fund vital translational research into blood disorders including thrombosis and haemophilia; support a clinical research investigation into the development of a new treatment or intervention; or help us develop educational programs to foster the next generation of career haematologists. Read more

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