Infectious Disease
The Donor Testing Laboratory specializes in the testing profiles performed for donor suitability of blood, tissues, cord blood and hematopoietic stem cells. The Donor Testing and NAT Laboratories test samples on all IBC donors as well as samples for other blood centers and hospitals around the country. The labs are accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), New York State, Indiana State Department of Health, California State Dept. of Health and are registered and licensed by the Food and Drug Administration. The NAT Laboratory uses state-of-the-art technology to detect viral RNA in donor samples. Each blood donor is tested for:
- ABO and Rh
- Antibodies to RBC antigens
- Syphilis
- Anti-Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis B (surface antigen and core antibody)
- Anti-HIV
- anti-HTLV-I/II
- Cholesterol
- Chagas Disease (anti T. cruzi)
- West Nile Virus by NAT
- Hepatitis C Virus/Human Immunodeficiency Virus by NAT
Indiana Blood Center's high-volume laboratories provide quick, high-quality, cost-effective blood testing for hospitals and blood centers all over the Midwest and eastern United States. Our focus on FDA-mandated testing, quality control and compliance measures produce consistent, reliable results. High-volume systems allow IBC to work quickly and provide clients a high level of quality at a reasonable, competitive cost.
At Indiana Blood Center, we focus on your individual needs. Once the laboratory receives your samples, easily delivered by air, interstate or roadways, you will receive results within hours. When we create your testing profile, we pay close attention to how and when you want results, and then work out the best possible solutions to meet your needs.
For more information about obtaining testing services, e-mail our Laboratory Services department.