Clinical Departments Department of Immuno Haematology & Blood Transfusion Medicine

Dr. Milan Jaiswal

Professor & HOD

Dr. Milan Jaiswal

Professor & HOD

Department of Transfusion Medicine is a dynamic, state of art centre with round the clock blood bank facility, equipped with advanced technology, to cater transfusion needs of the patients admitted in the hospital. The department has achieved several milestones in the field reassuring blood safety and negligible risks of transfusion. The department after postgraduate course (MD) in Immunohematology and blood transfusion Facility in the department are:-

  • Blood Donation, Donor Counseling and Recruitment
  • Blood component facility: Leucoreduced/leucodepleted Concentrated Red Cells, Concentrated Red Cells, Leucoreduced Platelet Concentrate, Fresh Frozen Plasma, Cryoprecipitate , Cryo poor Plasma
  • Screening of donated blood for Transfusion transmissible infections: by Electrochemiluminescence (ECL) and Nucleic Acid Amplification Technology (NAT).
  • Immunohematology ( Donor and patient sample testing with fully automated immune-hematology analyzer)

- Red cell antigen typing for major blood group antigen(ABO & Rh-D)
- Red cell antigen typing for minor blood group antigens
- Antibody screening ( 3 cell panel): by Solid phase red cell adherence (SPRCA) technology
- Antibody identification of clinically significant allo-antibodies against minor blood group antigens: using SPRCA technology and liquid cell panels
- Weak D typing - Advanced workup for antenatal cases, Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn and Autoimmune hemolytic anemia - Resolution of blood group discrepancies
- Provision of Extended Rh Kell matched blood to transfusion dependent and patients on multiple transfusion
- Provision of antigen negative best matched blood to patients positive for allo-antibodies

  • Aphaeresis facillty for donor procedures
  • Plateletpheresis - for collection of single donor platelets
  • Plasmapheresis
  • Leucapheresis - for collection of Granulocytes.
  • Therapeutic Aphaeresis: Therapeutic plasma exchange, Plateletpheresis, Leucapheresis
  • Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma(PRP)
  • Therapeutic Phlebotomy
  • Neonatal exchange transfusion
  • Provision of free of cost NATtested, Extended Rh Kell matched blood to thalassemia patients.
  • Technical training and skill enhancement programs
  • Quality management system
  • Paroxysmal Nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) screening test using Gel technology
  • Heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) screening test using Gel technology.
  • Complete workup of warm, cold and mixed type of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia.

Blood Transfusion Medicine Department Services

Blood Donation

-Blood Donation, Donor Counseling and Donor Recruitment.

OPD Services

-Blood Donation, Donor Counseling and Donor Recruitment.

Therapeutic Phlebotomy

-Blood Donation, Donor Counseling and Donor Recruitment.

Autologous PRP

-Blood Donation, Donor Counseling and Donor Recruitment.

Blood Components

- Leucoreduced/Leucodepleted Concentrated Red Cells, Concentrated Red Cells, Leucoreduced Platelet Concentrate, Fresh Frozen Plasma, Cryoprecipitate, Cryopoor Plasma.

Transfusion Transmissible Infection : Electrochemiluminescence

-Screening of donated blood for transfusion transmissible infections by using Electrochemiluminescence .

Transfusion Transmissible Infection : Nucelic Acid Amplification Technology

-Screening of donated blood for transfusion transmissible infections by using Minipool Nucelic Acid Amplification Technology.

Thalassemia Tranfusion Support

-Provision of free of cost NAT tested, Extended Rh Kell matched blood to Thalassemia patients.

Aphresis Facility for donor procedures

Plateletpheresis-for collection of single donor platelets.

-Plasmapheresis

-Leucapheresis-for collection of granulocytes.

-Therapeutic apheresis-

-Therapeutic plamsa exchange, Plateletpheresis, Leucacytaphereois

Immunohaematology

–(Donor and patient sample testing with fully automated Immune-hematology analyzer)

-Red cell antigen typing for major blood group antigen (ABO & Rh-D).

-Red cell antigen typing for minor blood group antigens.

-Antibody screening ( 3 cell panel): by Solid Phase Red Cell Adherence (SPRCA) technology.

-Antibody identification of clinically significant allo-antibodies against minor blood group antigens; using SPRCA technology and liquid cell panels .

-Weak D typing

-Advanced workup for antenatal cases, Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn and Autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

-Resolution of blood group discrepancies.

-Provision of extended Rh Kell matched blood to transfusion dependent and patients on multiple transfusion.

-Provision of antigen negative best matched blood to patients positive for allo-antibodies.

-Paroxysmal Nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) screening test using Gel technology.

-Heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) screening test using Gel technology.

-Complete workup of warm, cold and mixed type of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia.

Blood Transfusion Medicine Academics Department

Group Discussion

  • To create an interactive and participatory learning environment that encourages active engagement, critical thinking, collaboration, and the application of knowledge, ultimately enhancing the overall Competency and expertise of postgraduate students in the medical field.
  • To provide a platform for exchanging ideas, sharing perspectives, and deepening the understanding of complex medical concepts and issues.
  • To Facilitate a deeper understanding of medical topics through the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and insights among postgraduate students.
  • To explore different viewpoints, challenge assumptions, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
  • To Encourage critical thinking and the ability to critically analyze medical information, research findings, and clinical scenarios.
  • To question, evaluate evidence, identify knowledge gaps, and develop evidence-based approaches to problem-solving.
  • To Enhance communication skills, active listening, and effective expression of ideas.
  • To enable participants to brainstorm ideas, explore different solutions, weigh pros and cons, and collectively arrive at well-informed decisions.
  • To create an interactive and participatory learning environment that encourages active engagement, critical thinking, collaboration, and the application of knowledge, ultimately enhancing the overall.

Lecture

  • To deliver in-depth knowledge on specific medical topics to expand the understanding of postgraduate students beyond the basics. This includes covering advanced concepts, current research, evidence-based practices, and emerging trends in the field.
  • To provide a platform for continuous learning, professional growth, and skill enhancement, enabling postgraduate students to become proficient, knowledgeable, and competent medical practitioners in their respective specialties.

Seminar

  • To Develop the presentation skills of postgraduate students, including public speaking, organization of content, and engaging the audience.
  • To refine their presentation techniques, utilize appropriate audio-visual aids, and deliver information in a coherent and engaging manner.
  • Promoting critical appraisal skills by encouraging fellow postgraduate students and faculty members to provide constructive feedback on the seminar presentations.
  • Fostering the professional development of postgraduate students by preparing them for academic conferences, research symposiums, and scientific presentations in their future careers.

Journal Club

  • To improve the ability of postgraduate students to critically evaluate scientific literature, including research
    methods, study design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of data.
  • To provide a platform for post graduate students to stay updated with the latest advancements and discoveries in the field of transfusion medicine.
  • To promote evidence-based practice by discussing and evaluating research articles and to apply evidence based
    practice in their clinical decision making.
  • To instill a habit of continuous learning among postgraduate students by regularly reviewing and discussing research articles which is necessary for ongoing professional growth and advancement in transfusion medicine.

Case Presentation

To develop abilities and skills in post graduate students :

  • To analyze and discuss real or hypothetical patient cases, allowing students to apply their medical knowledge, interpret clinical findings, and formulate appropriate management plans .
  • To utilize their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology to understand the underlying mechanisms of the case, rationale for investigations, make appropriate diagnoses, and recommend evidence-based treatment options. 
  • To Promote problem-solving and decision-making skills by presenting complex patient cases with varying degrees of uncertainty, comorbidities, or atypical presentations.

Lab Activity

  • To provide hands-on training and practical experience ito post graduate students in laboratory techniques and diagnostic procedures.
  • To apply theoretical knowledge, in laboratory practices specific to transfusion medicine.
  • To learn and enhance and skills for performing various diagnostic tests, interpret results and make accurate diagnosis based on laboratory finding.
  • To emphasize the importance of accuracy and precision in laboratory work, ensuring reliable and valid results.
  • To develop problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities in post graduate students through hands-on laboratory activities.
  • To enhance skills and abilities of post graduate students to trouble shoot issues and proposed solutions to diagnostic and procedure related challenges.
  • To provide an opportunity for post graduate students to discuss and learn from each other's perspectives, fostering teamwork, mutual respect, and interdisciplinary approaches to patient care.
  • To expose postgraduate students to a range of clinical scenarios, challenging them to stay updated with the latest medical research, guidelines, and best practices. .
  • To develop abilities in postgraduate students to critically reflect on their own performance, seek feedback, and identify areas for improvement and to prepare themselves for upcoming challenges in there future medical career.

Blood Transfusion Medicine Lab Postings

Donor Sector

Immunohematology Lab

Component lab

TTI lab

Quality lab

Apheresis

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