Blood Band Solutions

According to the FDA, there is an average of 414 transfusion errors in the U.S. each year, or one per 38,000 transfusions. Match the right patient to the right blood with PDC's Blood Bands and Forms, which use alpha and numeric serialization for positive identification.

Choose from three system options. All provide maximum security and accuracy, help streamline processes, reduce labor, and prevent processing errors:

Securline® Blood Band and Blood Band Plus: Soft tri-laminate wristband features 23 easy-peel labels and tamper proof SecurSnap® closure for maximum safety. Blood Band plus features a peel-off self adhesive tail that applies to draw tubes.

Ident-A™ Blood Recipient System: To help ensure tha tproper ID procedures are followed, this system includes crossmatch reports, along with wristbands with pre-numbered insert cards, label sheets and requisition forms.

Securlink® Blood Recipient System: Links the patient, transfused blood, and all related paperwork to assure safe and complete blood transfusion. Choose from the full system containing blood Bands and Securlink® forms or order bands and forms separately.

Blood Bands & Forms Meet these Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals:

Goal #1: Improve the accuracy of patient identification

Goal #2: Improve the effectiveness of communication among caregivers

Goal #13: Encourage patients active involvement in their own care as a patient safety strategy