India’s transfusion services have advanced through stronger regulation, screening, quality systems and haemovigilance. Digital platforms and AI can further improve blood inventory forecasting, donor engagement, laboratory accuracy and traceability. However, technology must complement human vigilance. Combining regulatory oversight, proactive surveillance, AI innovation and donor welfare can help deliver safer blood to every patient.
From Donor Vein to Patient Vein: Strengthening Transfusion Safety in India in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
