Ensuring Safe Blood: Infection Screening at Vijaya Sri Blood Centre

darna kushith
Jul 25
3 min read

Blood saves lives. But only safe blood saves them without harm. At Vijaya Sri Blood Centre, Khammam, we understand the immense responsibility we carry with every unit of blood collected, tested, and stored. That’s why we follow rigorous infection screening protocols to ensure that the blood reaching patients is 100% safe, reliable, and medically approved.

Let’s walk you through how our infection screening process works—and why it matters for every donor, every patient, and our entire community.

Why Infection Screening Is Critical

Transfusion-transmitted infections (TTIs) can lead to serious health complications if not detected. Common infections screened in blood donations include:

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
Hepatitis B and C
Syphilis
Malaria

At Vijaya Sri Blood Centre, we never compromise on safety. Each donated unit undergoes thorough serological and ELISA-based testing to detect these infections before the blood reaches a patient in need.

How We Screen for Infections

Here’s how the screening process works at our facility:

1. Sample Collection & Labeling

Each donor’s blood is collected into a sterile bag, and a sample vial is taken separately for testing. Every sample is barcode-labeled to ensure traceability and avoid human error.

2. ELISA Testing

Our centre uses ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) kits that are approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This method is highly accurate and sensitive in detecting even early-stage infections.

3. Confirmation & Double Checks

If any test returns a positive result, a second confirmatory test is conducted. The donor is confidentially informed, and the unit is discarded immediately.

What Happens to Safe Blood?

Only after a unit passes all infection screenings is it:

Sent for component separation (RBCs, plasma, platelets)
Labeled as “screened and safe”
Moved to our temperature-controlled storage units
Made available for hospitals, emergency needs, or regular transfusions

This entire process ensures that the blood you donate is safe to give—and safe to receive.

Educating and Supporting Our Donors

We believe in keeping our donors informed and confident about the process. Before donation, we:

Brief donors on the screening process
Offer confidentiality and medical guidance if any infection is detected
Provide donor certificates after every successful donation
Encourage repeat donations by ensuring complete transparency

Track Record: Why Trust Vijaya Sri Blood Centre

At Vijaya Sri Blood Centre, safety isn’t a step—it’s the foundation of everything we do. Our infection screening protocols have enabled us to:

🩸 Successfully support over 10,000+ blood bags with zero compromise on safety
❤️ Provide 2,500+ bags to thalassemia patients, who need frequent and safe transfusions
🕐 Operate 24/7, ensuring emergency blood supply whenever it’s needed
🔬 Build a trusted system that combines certified testing, digital tracking, and highly trained staff

Conclusion: Safe Blood Begins with Trusted Screening

Whether you’re a regular donor or someone considering donating for the first time, know this—your blood goes through one of the most secure and reliable screening systems in the region. At Vijaya Sri Blood Centre, we value your contribution and protect its journey from start to finish.

Because when it comes to saving lives, there’s no room for risk—only room for care.