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Blood Donation Process

Donating blood is a safe, simple, and rewarding experience that usually only takes 45-60 minutes.

Before You Donate

• What are your general donor requirements? (Most places require you to weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, be at least 16 years old and be generally healthy).


• What kind of identification is required? (First-time donors are usually asked to present two forms of identification�the type of identification needed varies by facility).


• If you have any particular health concerns or have traveled outside of the country, it�s also a good idea to inform the blood bank at the time you are making your appointment.

When You Arrive at the Blood Donation Center

• When you sign in, you will be asked to complete a donor registration form, which includes your name, address, phone number, and various other types of demographic information.
• You will also be asked to show your donor card or the type of identification required by the particular blood bank you visit.

Pre-Donation Screening

• During pre-donation screening, a blood bank employee will ask you some questions about your health, lifestyle, and disease risk factors. All of this information is confidential.
• Next, an employee will perform a short health exam, taking your pulse, temperature and blood pressure.
• A drop of blood from your finger will also be tested to ensure that your blood iron level is sufficient for you to donate. All medical equipment used for this test, as well as during the donation process, is sterile, used only once and then disposed.

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