Blood testing and transfusions are crucial in our healthcare system; but are we approaching the transportation and preservation of these goods in the most effective way?

Research findings show over 1 in 10 blood samples were discarded due to temperature variations, improper storage, or other external factors. Additionally, ambulances often don’t carry blood packs for emergency transfusions- meaning quick and safe transport is vital. There is room to improve current blood coolers and their relationship to their method of transport.

The Life Bug is a product aiming to solve this issue. This is accomplished through several features; the Life Bug’s controlled temperature system (discarding impractical use of ice packs) that provides visual indicators if there has been any compromises, multiple types of storage (for both bags and vials) and it’s ergonomic and travel-ready design making it efficient for drone transport and short-term handling.