What Does the Donation Process Look Like?
The process of a whole blood donation involves several simple steps. Watch the video to learn more.
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Whole Blood Donation
Whole blood donation is the method that individuals are most familiar with. This is the traditional way of donating and allows us to draw a pint of blood containing red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma at one time.
Whole Blood Donation
Whole blood donation is the method that individuals are most familiar with. This is the traditional way of donating and allows us to draw a pint of blood containing red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma at one time.
Quick Facts
Whole blood is made up of red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets, all of which are suspended in a liquid called plasma.
Making an Impact
Each whole blood donation is separated into its component parts: red cells, plasma, and platelets. This means your whole blood donation can be transfused to up to three patients. Whole blood donations play a vital role in saving the lives of patients battling cancer, blood disorders, traumatic injuries, and other critical conditions.
Common Whole Blood Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that arise when individuals are asked to donate whole blood.
Learn About Donation Procedures
There’s more than one way to give blood. Let your blood type lead the way in targeting the best way for you to donate your powerful lifesaving gift.