Blood Transfusion

The Blood Transfusion Department is split between two hospital sites (Western General and St. John's). The service is provided by HCPC registered scientific personnel and technical support workers. A range of tests are available, with additional clinical advisory and interprative support where necessary.

Tests Available:

  • Blood grouping and Antibody screening by Automated and Manual techniques.
  • Crossmatching of blood by Automated and Manual techniques.
  • Antibody identification.
  • Antigen identification.
  • Ante Natal serology techniques (St. John's Hospital only).
  • Reception and distribution of blood and blood products.
The department is MHRA compliant and is UKAS accredited against ISO:15189 standard. The laboratory participates in all relevant Quality Assurance schemes.