Professionals

Customer survey: Healthcare professionals have strong trust in the Blood Service

Healthcare professionals' trust in the Blood Service's products and services and in its ability to manage security of supply for blood products has remained at an excellent level even during periods of exceptional circumstances. The feedback from hospitals shows particular appreciation for the Blood Service’s excellent customer service, its ability to help with problems, and the training it offers.

FRCBS Annual Report for 2022 published

The Blood Service Annual Report for 2022 has been published. You will find all the key figures and statistics concerning Finnish Red Cross Blood Service and an overview of the most important changes and events that took place last year.

Roche’s latest technology selected for the Blood Service laboratory

At the end of 2022, the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service (FRCBS) moved to new, modern premises in Vehkala, Vantaa, along the Kehä III ring road. Roche delivered Blood Service an automated sample processing line and equipment used in carrying out the necessary infection screening of blood donor samples. The new laboratory automation and analysis solution is the first of its kind, also on a global scale.

75 years of care: Blood Service celebrates its anniversary

Year 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of the start of operations of Finnish Red Cross Blood Service. The systemic collection of blood began in Finland during the war years. Established in 1948, the Blood Service has been responsible for the national blood supply chain with voluntary donors for decades, for the benefit of the patients.