Blood transfusion laboratory
The department is UKAS accredited, MHRA compliant, meets current BCSH guidelines and participates in all relevant quality assurance schemes.
The following tests are available: ABO and RhD grouping, antibody screening / identification, compatibility testing including serological crossmatch and electronic issue, neonatal sample testing, kleihauer testing and direct antiglobulin testing. In addition the department provides routine Ante Natal Anti-D prophylaxis ( RAADP).
Contact and find us
Location
Blood Transfusion Laboratory
Floor 5
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 8NE
Opening times
The transfusion department operates 24 hours for the receipt of samples.
Core times: 8.45am - 5.15pm, Monday to Friday, when all services are available.
Opening times
| Monday | 7am to 9pm |
| Tuesday | 7am to 9pm |
| Wednesday | 7am to 9pm |
| Thursday | 7am to 9pm |
| Friday | 7am to 9pm |
Outside of core hours, there is a limited service for analysis.
The combined laboratory at the Royal Derby Hospital is open 24 hours per day for the receipt of samples.
Request forms
| What to include | If not included |
|---|---|
| A minimum of 4 patient identifiers. |
Rejected sample |
| Clinician and location for report. | Report Not Available Without the correct originating source we cant allocate a destination for the report |
| Complete forms fully and accurately. | Rejected Sample Or Compromised Diagnosis Include as much patient information as possible Failure to provide information may lead to unhelpful or inaccurate diagnosis |
| Complete forms legibly. | Sample Incorrectly Registered Illegible handwriting will not be interpreted. May result in errors or delays to results. |
| Indicate the appropriate tests if applicable. Use the correct carriers or sample bags. |
Samples May Not Receive Correct Examination Sample may not reach the correct destination May result in errors or delays to results |
Instruction for samples
Transportation of samples
Routine samples can be transported via the pneumatic chute (222) or taken to Pathology reception on level 5.
In a massive haemorrhage situation a dedicated runner should transport urgent samples directly to the transfusion laboratory to reduce possible delays in providing suitable blood components.
How to submit samples
Adult samples must be greater than 2 ml in volume and must not be stored for more than 24 hours at room temperature.