During a Red Cell Plasma donation, we collect a single unit of red cells while collecting plasma and returning the rest of the blood components. This specialized donation process is know as automation, or apheresis.
During a Red Cell Plasma donation, we collect Plasma and a single unit of Red Cells, and return the rest of your blood components. This specialized donation process is known as automation, or apheresis.
| Donating Red Cell Plasma involves a few simple steps, and a special machine called the Alyx. Watch the video to learn more. |
Plasma is the liquid portion of blood that helps replace lost proteins and restores vital clotting factors, helping stop patients from bleeding.
Red Cell Plasma donation allows you to give two vital blood components in one single collection. Your Red Cells help support patients with blood disorders, traumatic injuries, and other critical conditions, while your plasma provides powerful clotting factors that help stop bleeding. A single donation can deliver up to three therapeutic doses of plasma, often used for trauma, burn, and transplant patients.
Below are some frequently asked questions that arise when individuals are asked to donate Red Cell Plasma.
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.
