Quick Review Cards for Medical Laboratory Science

Labeling Requirements for Blood

and Components

Immunohematology Review 431

• ISBT 128 bar-code symbology


• Name of product


• Method of preparation (whole blood, apheresis)


• Storage temperature


• Preservatives/anticoagulant


• Number of units in pooled components


• Name, address, registration number, & license number
  of collection & processing facility


• Expiration date (& time if applicable). When expiration
  time not indicated, expiration is at midnight.
  
  
  • Identification number for unit or pool
  
  
  • Donor category (volunteer, autologous)
  
  
  • ABO group & Rh type, if applicable.
  
  
  • Special handling information
  
  
  • Statements regarding recipient identification, Circular
    of Information, infectious disease risk, & prescription
    requirement
  
  
  • Autologous units: “For Autologous Use Only.”
    Biohazard label if any infectious disease markers are
    pos or “Donor Untested” if testing not performed.