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Blood Collection
Dedicated facilities for the collection of blood donations from the community.
Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine
The Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine at Port Moresby General Hospital is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing safe and reliable blood transfusion services. Our centre ensures the availability of quality blood products for patients in need, supporting life-saving procedures, surgeries, and emergency care while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
Blood Collection & Transfusion Medicine
Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine
A dedicated facility providing blood collection, testing, grouping, cross-matching and blood product services to support patients across Port Moresby General Hospital.
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ABOUT THE CENTRE
Supporting Safe, Reliable Blood Services for PNG
The Sir Brian Bell Foundation has a long-standing relationship with Port Moresby General Hospital. The late Sir Brian Bell served as Chairman of the Hospital Board for 30 years and remained committed to supporting quality healthcare and life-saving services.
On 5 December 2018, the Sir Brian Bell Foundation proudly opened the new Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine.
The Centre provides dedicated facilities for blood collection, testing, grouping, cross-matching and blood product services, while also supporting continuous education for members of the transfusion team.
OUR FACILITY
A Dedicated Centre for Transfusion Medicine
The Centre brings together essential blood transfusion services in one dedicated facility.
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Blood Testing
Blood products undergo testing to support safe transfusion practices.
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Blood Grouping
Blood grouping services support appropriate matching of blood products for patients.
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Cross-Matching
Cross-matching capabilities help support safe and appropriate transfusion care.
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Blood Products
The Centre supports the management and availability of blood products for patients.
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Staff Education
Continuous education opportunities are provided for key members of the transfusion team.
THE IMPACT
Every Safe Blood Donation Can Help Save a Life
The Centre strengthens access to safe blood transfusion services for patients requiring urgent, surgical, critical and specialist care.
Its services support some of the Hospital's most critical areas and contribute to better patient outcomes across PMGH.
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Intensive Care
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Cardiac Care
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Operation Open Heart
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Cancer Treatment
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General Patient Care
BLOOD SAFETY
Safe Blood. Better Care.
Blood screening and transfusion processes play an important role in protecting patients and supporting safe clinical care.
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Collection
Blood is collected through the dedicated collection centre.
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Testing
Donated blood is tested before being made available for patient care.
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Grouping
Blood is grouped according to the appropriate blood group classification.
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Cross-Matching
Compatibility testing supports safe transfusion for patients.
PATIENT SUPPORT
Designed With Patients in Mind
The Centre includes four available beds to support patient comfort and treatment within the transfusion facility.
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GIVE
BECOME A BLOOD DONOR
Give the Gift That Keeps on Living
Your blood donation can make a meaningful difference to patients who need life-saving transfusion support.
CONTACT THE CENTRE
Ready to Give the Gift of Life?
Contact the Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine for information about blood donation and transfusion services.
SIR BRIAN BELL CENTRE FOR TRANSFUSION MEDICINE
Donate Blood
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One Donation. One Hope. One Life Saved.
PMGH • SIR BRIAN BELL CENTRE FOR TRANSFUSION MEDICINE
Every Donation. Can Save a Life.
Safe and reliable blood and transfusion services are an essential part of quality healthcare. The Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine supports patients who require blood and blood products as part of their medical care.
Through safe transfusion practices, dedicated healthcare professionals and community support, the Centre contributes to strengthening access to essential transfusion services for patients across Papua New Guinea.
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SAFE BLOOD & TRANSFUSION SERVICES
Transfusion Medicine
Learn more about transfusion medicine and the essential services supporting patients who require blood and blood products.
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COMMUNITY LIFELINE
Blood Donation
Discover how voluntary blood donation can help support patients and contribute to a stronger blood supply for our community.
BECOME A DONOR →
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PATIENT & FAMILY SUPPORT
Patients & Visitors
Find helpful information about accessing hospital services, visiting PMGH and supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey.
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