Art and Science of Laboratory Medicine

Art and Science of Laboratory Medicine

Monday, April 15, 2013

How blood wastage impacts upon blood shortage levels within the UK

Blood transfusions are required for many purposes and procedures – they are not simply reserved for people who have suffered severe accidents or traumas.  Blood donations are used in many different situations to treat a large number of different illnesses and conditions. These can include cancer treatments, severe anaemia, childbirth; all of these conditions can result in people needing blood to make them safe & healthy.  It stands to reason, therefore, that when blood stores become low it is dangerous: and is often the difference between life and death.

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2 comments:

RAWDA RUTH SARRAIL said...

*Blood Management - Effective hospital Blood stock management is dependent upon levels, wastage,impact assessment[request & issue]*

RAWDA RUTH SARRAIL said...

* maldistribution of blood rather than true shortage.
* due to ineffective hospital blood stock management too.*

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