Several challenges can hinder the efficient use of blood:
- Supply-Demand Imbalance: Seasonal variations, disasters, and pandemics can disrupt the balance between blood supply and demand. - Donor Recruitment and Retention: Ensuring a steady stream of voluntary blood donors is challenging, especially in regions with low donation rates. - Storage and Shelf Life: Blood and blood products have limited shelf lives, necessitating careful inventory management to prevent wastage. - Regulatory and Ethical Issues: Adhering to regulatory standards and addressing ethical concerns related to blood donation and transfusion require ongoing efforts.
