BLOOD BANKING

Blood banking is a medical and laboratory service that involves the collection, testing, processing, storage, and distribution of blood and blood components for transfusion and medical treatment.

In blood banking:

• Blood is collected from donors

• It is tested for blood groups (such as ABO and Rh) and infectious diseases

• Blood is separated into components (red blood cells, plasma, platelets)

• These components are stored safely under controlled conditions

• Blood is matched and issued to patients who need transfusions

Blood banking is important because it:

• Saves lives during surgeries, accidents, childbirth, and severe illnesses

• Ensures safe and compatible blood for patients

• Supports treatments for anemia, cancer, bleeding disorders, and trauma

Blood banking is a key part of medical microbiology and transfusion medicine.