Blood Bank

At Unico Hospital PLC, we understand that having access to safe and screened blood is very important. That's why our advanced blood bank in Dhaka is open 24/7 to provide top-quality, reliable blood and blood component services to patients in need.

Our blood bank has the equipment, safety protocols, and modern facilities to meet the demand for various blood types. This is true whether there is an emergency, a patient is scheduled for surgery, or the patient has a chronic condition like thalassemia or cancer.

Overview of "TRANSFUSION MEDICINE DEPARTMENT (BLOOD BANK) OF UNICO HOSPITALS PLC"

A pragmatic blood bank within a corporate hospital setting functions as a strategic, patient-centric, and technologically advanced hub for safe, timely, and efficient blood and component services. Its operations extend beyond traditional blood storage, aligning with international standards, corporate governance, and patient safety protocols.

Key Features:

• Strategic Integration with Hospital Services

Acts as a backbone for critical departments (ICU, OT, Oncology, Trauma, Cardiac Surgery, and Transplant Units). Ensures 24/7 availability of blood and blood components for both emergency and elective procedures.

• State-of-the-Art Technology

Automated systems for ABO & Rh typing, antibody screening, and crossmatching (e.g., gel card/solid-phase techniques). Use of plasma separators, refrigerated centrifuges, and component storage freezers to ensure optimal component quality. Hospital Information Systems (HIS) integration for real-time tracking of donor, inventory, and patient needs.

• Component-Oriented Services

Production of packed red cells, platelet concentrates, fresh frozen plasma, and cryoprecipitate tailored to patient needs. Supports rational transfusion practices and patient blood management (PBM).

• Regulatory & Ethical Compliance

Operates under national and international guidelines (DGHS, AABB, WHO, NABH, ISO standards). Ethical donor recruitment, voluntary donation drives, and traceability with zero-tolerance for errors.

• Quality & Safety

Cold chain maintenance and real-time inventory monitoring to reduce wastage. Strict adherence to hemovigilance programs for tracking and preventing transfusion reactions.

• Corporate Hospital Value Addition

Enhances hospital brand by showcasing world-class transfusion medicine services. Provides cost-efficient blood utilization through demand-based production. Collaborates with hospital CSR initiatives by organizing voluntary blood donation camps.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Works closely with clinicians, anesthesiologists, intensivists, and surgeons for optimized transfusion decisions. Supports advanced procedures such as bone marrow transplant, liver transplant, and cardiac bypass surgeries.

• Future-Ready & Innovative

Incorporation of viscoelastic testing (TEG/ROTEM) for guided transfusion in massive bleeding. Exploring possibilities of artificial blood substitutes and stem-cell derived products in alignment with corporate hospital research agendas. Digital dashboards for predictive inventory management.

Conclusion:

A pragmatic blood bank in a corporate hospital is not just a storage and supply unit, but a dynamic, technologically advanced, ethically compliant, and patient-centered service hub. It directly influences clinical outcomes, patient safety, and hospital reputation, while supporting both emergency preparedness and long-term healthcare excellence.

Who Needs Blood Transfusion?

Our blood bank supports patients undergoing:

• Major surgeries (cardiac, orthopedic, etc.)
• Accident and trauma cases
• Cancer treatments
• Pregnancy complications
• Anemia and blood disorders like thalassemia or hemophilia

How to Donate Blood at Unico Hospital

We welcome healthy individuals to donate blood and save lives. To be eligible:

• You must be aged 18–60

• Weigh at least 50 kg

• Be free from any major illness or infection

Our trained staff will guide you through a safe and comfortable donation process, including a brief health check-up.

Unico Hospital's Blood Bank is one of the most trusted facilities in Dhaka. It is known for its strong commitment to excellence, ethical standards, and patient care. At Unico Hospital, we make sure that every drop of blood donated or given as a transfusion is used wisely.