Blood inventory early warning system: the application in inventory management / 中国输血杂志

ABSTRACT

【Objective】 To conduct accurate analysis of blood inventory, so as to provide basis for taking targeted measures. 【Methods】 Taking the suspended red blood cells(RBCs) as an example, mathematical formulas were set by online Excel table, and the inventory of each blood group of RBCs in a certain day can be predicted accurately by inputting daily inventory and units distributed, and estimated daily units collected.Preventive measures such as enhancing recruitment or limiting collection could be taken as soon as possible to keep the blood inventory at a reasonable level. 【Results】 Blood inventory had been moderate during the six months of practice, and neither blood shortage nor collected blood expiring occurred. 【Conclusion】 The early warning system based on the online form, which is highly practical and easy to operate, is suitable for inventory management of blood components.