EVALUATION OF AN AUTOMATED METHOD FOR BLOOD GROUPING IN THE MILITARY SERVICE--A SYSTEM ANALYSIS

Abstract

The study was designed to evaluate an automated system of blood grouping and apply it to the identification of blood types of newly inducted recruits in accordance with provisions of AR 40-3. Its purpose was to extend information on the accuracy of the system, and its reliability. It was also designed to assess the cost--both in supplies and personnel. An 8-channel AutoAnalyzer was employed with both standard and experimental antisera. The results were analyzed in accordance with the objectives. The results indicate that the system is highly reliable, being virtually error-free, provided an appropriate sample is obtained for analysis. It is believed that the employment of this system will provide the US Army with a highly reliable, practical method for implementing the requirements of AR 40-3. The system appears clearly to be more cost-effective than one utilizing manual methods alone.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 28, 1969
Accession Number
AD0699791

Entities

People

  • Charles E. Shields
  • Frank R. Camp Jr.
  • Ralph H. Forrester
  • Thomas P. Harville

Organizations

  • United States Army Medical Research Laboratory

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  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Biomedical Research
  • Blood Groups
  • Blood Transfusions
  • Control Systems
  • Employment
  • Errors
  • Health Services
  • Identification
  • Immune Serums
  • Management Personnel
  • Materials
  • Medical Personnel
  • Personnel Management
  • Standards
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training

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