At St. Thomas Hospital, Chethipuzha, we take immense pride in our commitment to compassionate care and unwavering dedication to medical excellence. As the first NABH-accredited Blood Centre in Central Kerala, we understand the critical importance of timely and safe blood transfusions. We maintain the highest standards of quality and safety, making our Blood Centre a beacon of hope in the community.

As a renowned healthcare institution, we strive to improve lives and promote the well-being of our community through advanced healthcare services. Among our comprehensive array of allied support services, our Blood Centre stands as a pillar of strength, playing a crucial role in saving lives and ensuring patient welfare.

In addition to our clinical services, we are deeply committed to community engagement and education. Our proactive approach includes regular voluntary blood donation drives that foster a spirit of community participation and responsibility. By collaborating with local organizations and health advocates, we aim to enhance public awareness of the life-saving impact of blood donation.

Our mission extends beyond providing blood products; we strive to elevate the overall health and well-being of our community. Through our Blood Centre, we contribute significantly to saving lives and supporting those in need, embodying the principles of compassion, excellence, and community service.

Dedicated to delivering unparalleled support in both emergency situations and planned medical procedures, our Blood Centre operates around the clock, ensuring a steady and reliable supply of blood and blood products essential for various treatments and surgeries. Each unit of blood is meticulously screened to safeguard against potential risks, ensuring that patients and their families receive the highest standard of care.

Beyond our immediate clinical services, we are committed to fostering a self-sufficient blood supply through proactive community engagement. Our regular voluntary blood donation drives play a pivotal role in this effort, encouraging local participation and reinforcing a shared sense of responsibility. We actively collaborate with community organizations and health advocates to promote these drives, emphasizing the importance of blood donation and its life-saving impact.

Our mission is to not only provide essential blood products but also to raise public awareness about the critical need for donations. By maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, we remain resolute in our goal to save lives and support the well-being of our community with unwavering dedication and excellence.

Scope of Services

Our Blood Centre offers comprehensive routine and advanced immunohematology services, including blood grouping, cross-matching, Coombs testing, and antibody titration for both ABO and irregular antibodies. We also provide detailed workups for autoimmune hemolytic anemias (AIHA) to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment.

We provide a range of blood components to meet diverse medical needs. These include whole blood, concentrated red blood cells, fresh frozen plasma, platelet concentrate, cryoprecipitate, and plasma cryoprecipitate reduced (CPP), all carefully prepared and handled to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

To maintain the highest standards of safety, our Blood Centre utilizes advanced screening techniques for transfusion-transmissible infections. Our screening process includes both chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) and ELISA, ensuring that all blood products are thoroughly tested and safe for transfusion.