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Definition Released for Blood Product Code System: Standardization Information for FHIR Interoperability

CodeSystem: Blood Product Code (2.4 - 1.0.0) (Experimental)

August 8, 2025HL7 Inc.

Summary

HL7 has released the code system 'Blood Product Code' which specifies types of blood products. This concept is used in the BLC segment of HL7 Version 2 messages, contributing to improved interoperability of blood product information in healthcare institutions.

Details

This specification provides technical details for the code system 'Blood Product Code (2.4 - 1.0.0)', which defines various types of blood products (such as Packed Cells and Platelet Concentrate). The documentation specifies that this code system is utilized within the BLC segment of HL7 Version 2 messaging. The defined concepts include specific product names like 'Packed Cells' and 'Platelet Concentrate,' each assigned properties such as introduction years. This standardization enables accurate exchange and utilization of blood product information across different medical systems, supporting the strengthening of data linkage in Japan's advanced healthcare IT environment. Defined by HL7, this code system aims for broad interoperability, linking with modern standards like FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources).

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