Himalaya Medical College & Hospital

Blood Bank

"Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile."

"Those who have experienced the joy of giving know for sure, that it is an eternal spring. It costs nothing & is still a priceless jewel, the value of which can only be known by either the hand that gives or the hand that receives."

Our Blood Bank Services

There is always a significant, ongoing need for blood and blood products. Because there is no substitute for human blood, the generosity of blood donors helps to ensure that we maintain an adequate supply for our patients.

Our licensed blood bank ensures the critical provisioning of blood and blood components that are collected, typed and screened for HIV, HBsAG, HCV, Malaria and Syphilis for both in-house and outside patients.

Key Services:

Autologous blood donation
Typing and testing of blood
Components separation services
Blood & Components storage
Apheresis
Plasmapheresis
Blood Donation Process

The Power of Your Donation

1 Pint

Giving just one pint of your blood can help save the lives of three patients, and the entire process only takes about an hour.

Blood Storage Times

  • Whole blood: 35-42 days
  • Red blood cells: 42 days
  • Platelets: Just 5 days
  • Plasma: Up to 1 year frozen

Donation Requirements

  • Age: 18-60 years old
  • Weight: At least 45 kg
  • In good health
  • Process takes about 1 hour

Simple Donation Process

1

Registration

Complete donor form and show ID

2

Health Check

Quick medical screening

3

Donation

Actual blood collection (10-15 mins)

4

Refreshment

Rest and have some snacks