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Hi, my name is Jeff from Digi-Trax. Why don't you give me a call when you have a chance. I can help clarify any issues with the printers, stand-alone vs. interface, and costs associated. I can be reached at 847-613-2104, jkriozere@digi-trax.com. Look forward to helping...

The HemaTrax "Stand-Alone" system can generate all ISBT128 compliant labels from blank stock during down time and emergency release circumstances if you wish to have an on-demand system.

Hello From Digi-Trax; We have Stand-Alone PC software, thermal transfer printer and label supplies to print all ISBT128 compliance labels on-demand. In addition if you have an automated Blood Bank Information System (BBIS) you can contact them directly to get the integrated version from your BBIS company.

If you use HemaTrax®, you are in a position to print any required machine readable ISBT 128 label that you need.

I believe the US Standard requires that syringes be labeled. Digi-Trax makes a special 4" x 4" blank on-demand label that can be applied to syringes plus all ISBT 128 compliant labels. We have Stand-Alone (HemaTrax) on-demand print system that is lower cost and will print all the required labels.

On the topic of antigen printing, please know that in 60-90 days, HemaTrax® labeling software will include a utility to print the lower case letters- “c”, “k”, and “s” in white on a black background (reverse print) in the test result text lines for Red Blood Cell Antigen tests. The letters will be easier to read and differentiate in a way that is also ICCBBA/ISBT 128 compliant.

Digi-Trax is a distributor of the Shockwatch product. We have a number of satisfied users of these temperature indicators (tags) and would be happy to provide references. For free samples and more information, you may also go to our web site at www.digi-trax.com/bt-indicator.htm Michelle

Digi-Trax is a distributor of the Shockwatch product, and we have been informed that as soon as any amount of blue has been displayed, the temperature has been breached. I hope this information helps. Let us know if we can be of service to you. Thank you, Michelle

You may want to try another product and compare the results. Our blood temp product does not require special procedures or pre-conditioning and is somewhat less sensitive to handling. If you are interested, please contact me. Michelle

Fawzia, I've sent you a PM, please check at your convenience.

:rolleyes:Hi Softbank users: If you are utilizing HemaTrax in conjunction with SoftBank you can manually enter "X" product codes into your data base and you can create an "X" as the first character in your DIN. The HemaTrax ISBT128 software that is integrated to SoftBank or our stand-alone is capable. If you require any assistance please feel free to contact hcagadas@digi-trax.com or phone 847-613-2114. Richard

Are you required to set the scanner to concatenate the DIN with the ABO bar code ...maybe that is source of scanning problem?

Do any Meditech TAR/BCTA, Cerner, SCC, Sunquest or other user of an automated transfusion verification system use a separate blood transfusion ID Wristband like Typenex or PDC's SecurLine or do you just use the admission bar coded ID band? Richard

Thank you so much for the information. I appreciate it and stand corrected Michelle

In response to your postings, Digi-Trax is a distributor of the Shockwatch product, and we just wanted to share some additional tips. When using the blood bag temperature indicators, it’s really important to keep the blood bags as far from the refrigerator door as possible. Opening and closing of the refrigerator door, even for a short period, can affect the temperature of the bag. Because the indicators read the core temperature of the bag, rather than the ambient air, one should place the tag where the greatest amount of blood resides (typically near the center of the bag, not the top). If any of you are having issues, and would like an on-site assessment to help you optimize your use of the blood temp indicators, please let me know. Also, Shockwatch is in the process of obtaining a 510(k) and anticipates having approval for this product in the next few months. Michelle