Simplicity and flexibility are the
keys to the success of this system. Suitable for use anywhere from a single site
to multiple sites in different locations, Meditrak offers outstanding security,
reliability and ease of use in tracking and auditing blood products.
Unique identification for patients
Working on a barcode system, labels are generated for each patient when blood is taken, a barcoded wristband given and labels generated for the blood bank with information such as:
- Patient name
- Date of Birth
- Blood type
- NHS number or some unique identification
This will then be scanned on the ward before blood is administered and should match the label attached to the cross-matched blood.
Easy tracking and auditing
for blood banks
Step 1
Blood products received from National Blood Transfusion Service. Cross matching takes place and barcoded labels generated during testing are attached.
See meditrak-labcapture PDF
For more information.
Step 2
Hospital staff remove required blood by first scanning their ID card. Magnetic locks on the blood bank/fridge are released allowing entry. Blood product is removed and identification barcode is scanned. Blood is taken to ward.
See meditrak-scanstation PDF
For more information.
Step 3
Patient barcode on wristband scanned using handheld PDA. If it matches, blood is administered. Therefore, giving the right blood to the right patient at the right time.
We
believe that ultimately only effective IT systems can ensure total traceability
and we recommend the inclusion of electronic blood tracking systems in the National
IT programmes.
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