- Definition
- An institution (organization or distinct part thereof) that performs, or is responsible for the performance of, the collection, processing, storage and/or issuance of human blood and blood components, intended for transfusion. The institution may also collect, process, and/or distribute human tissue, including bone marrow and peripheral blood progenitor cells, intended for transplantation.
- Classification
- Blood Bank
- Section
- Non-Individual
- Notes
- Source: American Association of Blood Banks, Standards for Blood Banks and Tranfusion, 17th ed.