Brief

The Blood Centre and Department of Transfusion Medicine at Jehangir Hospital has embraced the latest technologies and best practices in blood transfusion services. The Department provides safe leucodepleted and CMIA tested blood. The Blood Centre is equipped with highly sensitive test assays for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Malaria and Syphilis ensuring the safety of blood components meant for transfusion. Blood utilisation is optimised by separating blood into its various components like Red Cell Concentrate, Platelet Concentrate, Fresh Frozen Plasma, CryoPrecipitate and Platelet Rich Plasma in a Component Separation Laboratory. The aim of the department is to promote the use of various components to ensure optimum utilisation of blood and also to ensure that the patient receives the safest possible blood by testing for various markers. The Blood Centre and Department of Transfusion Medicine has state of the art Apheresis Unit where specialised, highquality single donor blood components (e.g. Single Donor Platelets, Single Donor Plasma, Granulocytes) are collected from dedicated voluntary apheresis blood donors. The blood components have high clinical efficacy.

Why Choose Us

The Advanced Blood Centre and Transfusion Medicine at Jehangir Hospital serves as a specialised facility within the hospital. Our Blood Centre & Transfusion Services play a vital role in saving lives and operate with the highest standards of excellence, adhering to stringent protocols to ensure the safety of our patients.

Jehangir Hospital Blood Centre is committed to providing the safest blood service in the city, adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety. Their unwavering dedication to excellence has earned them the prestigious NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers) Certification, a testament to their rigorous protocols and meticulous processes. With this accreditation, Jehangir Hospital Blood Centre ensures that every unit of blood is meticulously screened, tested, and handled under stringent guidelines, safe-guarding the well-being of recipients, and upholding the utmost standards of transfusion safety. By achieving this nationally recognized certification, Jehangir Hospital Blood Centre solidifies its position as a leader in the field, offering a reliable and trustworthy source for safe and high quality blood products.

Our Unique Selling Points include:

Cutting-edge Technology: These centres boast state-of-the-art equipment and technology for blood collection, processing, testing, and transfusion, ensuring high quality blood products and efficient transfusion services.

Specialized Expertise: Staffed by highly trained professionals, including Immunohaematologists, Haematologists, Transfusion Medicine specialists, and skilled laboratory technicians, the centre offer specialised expertise in the field of Transfusion Medicine. This expertise ensures the safe and effective use of blood components, particularly in complex cases such as transfusion reactions or compatibility issues.

Comprehensive Services: Advanced Blood Centres typically offer a wide range of services beyond basic blood donation and transfusion. This may include specialised blood component preparation (such as platelet rich plasma, cryoprecipitate), therapeutic apheresis procedures, immunohaematology consultations, and support for complex transfusion requirements in areas like bone marrow transplants, organ transplantation or haematologic disorders.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:: Centre adheres to strict quality assurance standards and regulatory requirements to ensure the safety, efficacy, and traceability of blood products and transfusion practices. This commitment to quality and compliance inspires confidence among healthcare providers and patients alike. Jehangir Hospital Blood Centre's NABH accreditation exemplifies its commitment to providing uncompromising quality and utmost safety in blood services.

Community Engagement and Education: We engage in community outreach activities such as blood drives, educational seminars, and awareness campaigns to promote blood donation, transfusion safety, and public understanding of transfusion medicine issues. The Advanced Blood Centre and Transfusion Medicine unit at Jehangir is one of the premier destinations for blood banking and transfusion services in the city, with the highest standards of care and innovation.

Services

Services available at the Department of Transfusion Medicine include: