The Life Blood Podcast #5: What Virology Tests Are Performed on A Blood Donation to Ensure That It Is Safe for Transfusion?

A single blood donation can undergo up to 15 different tests in the WCBS Transfusion Virology laboratory to detect and confirm the presence of HIV-1/2, hepatitis B and hepatitis C, to ensure that it is safe for transfusion to patients.

Listen in to Nadia Pietersen, Manager — Transfusion Virology as she unpacks the various tests, testing platforms, principles, window periods and donor deferrals for each virus.
Access The Life Blood Podcast #5 on Spotify or YouTube.
For more information about The Life Blood Podcast, contact Hayley Alie, Hospital Liaison Officer (hayleya@wcbs.org.za).