THALASSAEMIA NAWABSHAH

Blood Bank & Transfusion

Blood Bank Facilities & Blood Transfusion

Blood bank services are crucial for thalassaemia patients who need regular blood transfusions. This service is vital for thalassaemia patients and supports their overall well-being.

Maintain healthy hemoglobin levels

Prevent anemia and complications

Improve quality of life

Red Cells, Platelets, FFPs, and CP

Red Cells are a priority at our center

Lab Equipment (Cell Separators): Beckman JS-HC, Thermo Scientific RC, PreVac MSP-4650R

Pharmacy & Medicines

1. Iron Chelation And Other Medicines

The Thalassaemia Center provides free iron chelation and medicines, including:

Tab Deferasirox

Inj. Deferoxamine

Cap Deferiprone

Tab Deferasirox

These medicines help to remove excess iron from the body, which can accumulate due to frequent blood transfusions. By providing these for free, the center supports patients in managing iron levels and reducing complications.

Consultations & OPD

2. General And Specialized Medical Services

1. General OPD Room:

A dedicated office where a general physician conducts check-ups of all patients and provides routine consultations.

2. Hematologist’s Room:

Specialized consultation room where a hematologist manages thalassaemia patients and prescribes Hydroxyurea and Thalidomide as part of treatment.

Laboratory & Reports

5. Laboratory Investigation & Hb Electrophoresis

By providing free blood transfusions, the center supports patients in managing their condition and enhancing their well-being. This service includes various tests and screenings to monitor patients’ health and manage their condition effectively.

Track iron levels

Monitor blood counts

Detect complications early

Lab Equipment Includes:

• ELISA: ROCHE COBAS E 411, SNIBE MAGLUMI 2000, MAGLUMI X8, VIDAS BIOMERIEUM

• HAEMATOLOGY: DYMIND 5 PART, MEDONIC 3 PART, SWELAB 3 PART, HORIBA 3 PART

• CHEMISTRY: COBAS c111, BTS BIOSYSTEM | CROSS MATCH: MHK 2

• HB ELECTROPHORESIS: CAPILLARY 3 OCTA, MINI CAP

HB Electrophoresis Report: The Thalassaemia Centre Nawabshah offers free Hb Electrophoresis services to the general population. This service: Facilitates early detection of hemoglobin disorders, Supports preventive care, Enables timely interventions.

By providing these services, the centre promotes public health and awareness about thalassemia and hemoglobin-related conditions.

Prenatal Genetic Diagnosis

7. Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Test

CVS is a prenatal test used to diagnose thalassaemia in the fetus, usually performed between 11 and 14 weeks of pregnancy. A small sample of tissue is taken from the placenta to check for genetic abnormalities, including thalassaemia.

Specifically for mothers of thalassaemic children, the centre provides:

Expertly trained doctors from Ghambat and Karachi Hospital

Prenatal diagnosis

Family planning

Better health outcomes

The centre’s commitment to free CVS testing supports families affected by thalassaemia.