Dr. Rizwan Javed

Dr. Rizwan Javed, a transfusion medicine expert from Kolkata, discusses the recent tragic incident in Jharkhand where contaminated blood led to HIV infections in children. He highlights the critical nature of blood safety, examining current testing protocols and the gaps in policy that allowed such lapses. Dr. Javed explains the importance of mandatory infection screenings, the differences between various HIV testing methods, and the challenges in accessing advanced tests like nucleic acid testing. He emphasizes the need for centralized oversight and equitable blood access across India.