My husband received a liver transplant because of a genetic condition. During the transplant surgery his platelets went to ZERO. It was the blood products he received that saved his life. Then 6 years later, he developed and died of pancreatic cancer. He received hundreds of blood products during those times. It is because of first-hand knowledge of how the blood products were instrumental in extending his life and improving his quality of life that I am a regular donor. My family is so appreciative of each donor!