This application helps hospitals and blood banks track supply levels. It manages donor records and coordinates requests through a clear interface. The system ensures current data stays available for staff members at all times.
Ensure your computer meets these requirements to run the software smoothly.
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent.
- Memory: 4 GB of RAM.
- Storage: 200 MB of disk space.
- Software: Microsoft .NET 8.0 Runtime.
If your computer lacks the .NET 8.0 Runtime, the installer provides a link to download it.
Follow these steps to obtain the software.
- Visit this release page.
- Look for the latest version listed at the top.
- Select the file ending in .zip or .exe under the Assets section.
- Save the file to your computer.
Once the download finishes, follow these steps to set up the program.
- Open the folder where you saved the file.
- If you downloaded a zip file, right-click it and select Extract All.
- Open the folder and double-click the setup file named BloodDonationApp.exe.
- Follow the prompts on your screen.
- Click Finish to complete the process.
- A shortcut appears on your desktop.
The system uses secure login keys to protect sensitive donor information. When you launch the application for the first time, the program asks for your credentials. Your administrator provides these details to staff members.
The dashboard provides a visual overview of current blood inventory. You see levels for each blood type stored in the system.
- Donor Management: You add new donors and check their donation history. Select the Add Donor button to enter data.
- Inventory Tracking: The system updates stock levels automatically when you log a new unit of blood.
- Real-time Notifications: The screen flashes when an urgent blood request arrives. You acknowledge these requests with a single click.
Hospitals use this tool to track specific blood needs. Each hospital profile contains contact information and storage capacity. You assign blood units to specific facilities from the internal inventory menu.
The software tracks donor activity to encourage return visits. You generate reports on donor frequency and upcoming eligibility dates. These metrics help staff members reach out to regular donors.
If the program fails to start, verify that you installed the .NET 8.0 Runtime. Most issues relate to missing system components.
- Error: Application not found. Check that you extracted the files from the zip folder before running the setup.
- Error: Access denied. Run the program as an administrator by right-clicking the icon.
- Error: Login failed. Contact your IT department to verify your account status.
The software generates logs in the program folder if you encounter technical problems. Send these files to your support contact for faster assistance.
Use the settings menu to adjust local preferences.
- Theme: Select light or dark mode.
- Notifications: Toggle alerts for new requests.
- Database: Choose where the program saves local files if you host data on an external server.
Changes to these settings take effect upon restarting the application. Save your work before closing the window to ensure all data enters the system correctly.
The software encrypts all patient data. Only authorized users with valid login keys view donor records. The system creates automatic backups each day at midnight. You find these backups in the local Documents folder under BloodDonationApp/Backups.
Keep the application open during business hours to receive instant updates. Refresh the dashboard twice a day to ensure inventory numbers match current physical stock. Keep your password in a secure location and never share it with unauthorized staff members. Consistent data entry ensures the accuracy of reports needed for medical planning.
The software runs in the background even if you minimize the window. You click the icon in the system tray to return to the main dashboard at any time.