Jury Policy

1. Purpose

The Jury Policy of Uttarakhand Blood Centre establishes guidelines for the evaluation and selection process of blood donors, volunteers, and service providers to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality in blood donation services.

2. Jury Composition

The jury consists of:

• Medical professionals and healthcare experts
• Blood bank administrators
• Government health department representatives
• Community representatives

3. Donor Eligibility Criteria

The jury evaluates donor eligibility based on:

• Age: 18-65 years
• Weight: Minimum 50 kg
• Hemoglobin levels: Minimum 12.5 g/dL
• General health and medical history
• Absence of infectious diseases
• Compliance with donation frequency guidelines

4. Decision-Making Process

All decisions made by the jury are:

• Based on medical and scientific evidence
• Made in the best interest of donor and recipient safety
• Documented and maintained for record-keeping
• Subject to review and appeal

5. Confidentiality

All jury members are bound by strict confidentiality agreements. Donor information and medical records discussed during jury proceedings are kept confidential and used solely for evaluation purposes.

6. Appeals Process

Donors who are deferred or rejected have the right to:

• Request a detailed explanation of the decision
• Submit additional medical documentation
• Appeal the decision within 30 days
• Request re-evaluation after addressing concerns

7. Quality Assurance

The jury regularly reviews and updates policies to align with:

• National blood transfusion guidelines
• International best practices
• Latest medical research and standards
• Feedback from donors and healthcare providers

8. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding jury decisions, please contact us through our Contact Page.