Context:
In a major move aimed at saving lives and reducing costs for patients with rare blood groups and genetic blood disorders, the Union Health Ministry is set to integrate the Rare Donor Registry of India (RDRI) with e-Rakt Kosh, the national blood bank management and availability platform.
e-Raktkosh Portal
e-Raktkosh is a comprehensive, centralized IT solution developed to streamline and standardize the functioning of blood banks across India. It supports transparency, traceability, and efficiency in the blood donation life cycle.
- Launched on: 7th April 2016
- By: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)
- Objective: To ensure compliance with Drugs & Cosmetics Act and National Blood Policy standards
Key Features of e-Raktkosh
- Centralized Blood Inventory Management System
- Donor Management System (Biometric)
- Blood Grouping and TTI Screening
- Antibody Screening Mechanisms
- Bio-Medical Waste Management for discarded blood
- Ensures availability, accessibility, and safety of blood
Understanding Blood Disorders
What is a Blood Disorder?
A blood disorder is a medical condition that affects the components of blood—red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), plasma, or platelets—and hinders their normal function.
- Can be common (e.g., anemia) or rare (e.g., thalassemia)
- May impact oxygen transport, immunity, or clotting
