The purpose of this document is to provide implementation guidance on the use of the Manufacturers Data File. Specifications pertaining to the Manufacturers Data File are contained in the ISBT 128 Standard Technical Specification (ST-001) and this information must be read for a complete understanding of the subject.

The purpose of this document is to provide additional guidance recommending optimal bar code length and placement of Product Code [Data Structure 003] for concatenation.

The purpose of this document is to provide detailed information about ISBT 128 product coding for tissues. Specifically, it:

• Describes the data structures used in product coding
• Compares two methods of encoding product information
• Describes the database that supports the internationally standardized Product Description Codes (PDC)
• Explains how to select an appropriate PDC
• Explains how to request new PDCs
• Explains the use of the Facility-Defined Product Code (FPC)
• Provides guidance on the coding of divisions (or packs)

The purpose of this document is to provide guidance for the use of the Product Code [Data Structure 003] and its supporting database in the coding of blood components.

The purpose of this document is to provide guidance in the use of the Product Code [Data Structure 003] and its supporting database in the coding of cellular therapy products. This document also discusses Product Divisions [Data Structure 032] and its role in traceability when used in conjunction with Data Structure 003.