Overview

Transfusion Medicine, also known as blood banking or transfusion science, is a medical specialty that involves the collection, testing, processing, storage, and transfusion of blood and blood products.

Transfusion Medicine plays a critical role in patient care across various medical specialties, including surgery, hematology/oncology, obstetrics/gynecology, and critical care. The goal is to ensure the safe and effective use of blood products to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.