Mr. James Alorwu, the Head of Laboratories at Tumu Hospital, is appealing for the expansion of the hospital’s laboratory and the improvement of its facilities. Damaged fridges due to power fluctuations have limited the blood bank’s capacity, making it crucial to address the issue.
Mr. Alorwu stresses the significance of blood donation in meeting the monthly demand and calls for increased support from voluntary organizations. As World Blood Donor Day is celebrated on June 14, 2023, the laboratory highlights the importance of blood and plasma donations in saving lives.
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Mr. Alorwu explains that power fluctuations have damaged two fridges in the laboratory, leaving only one functioning fridge for the blood bank. This restricts the storage capacity to a maximum of 45 units of blood.
Additionally, the laboratory lacks ergonomic furniture, resulting in discomfort for the staff and potential musculoskeletal issues. To address these challenges, Mr. Alorwu appeals for the expansion of the laboratory, allowing for increased staff accommodation, client privacy, and the provision of appropriate seating arrangements. The blood bank requires larger fridges to meet the demand effectively.
Highlighting the critical need for blood donation, Mr. Alorwu reveals that the laboratory utilizes an average of 80 to 90 units of blood per month to serve patients.
The facility encounters cases of anaemia, accidents, and individuals with chronic diseases such as leukaemia, liver cancers, and pregnant women experiencing blood loss during childbirth. While blood is not sold as a commodity, a token fee is charged for screening to cover equipment expenses and support individuals without donors
