Question 1

Why should I donate blood?

Accepted Answer

Blood donations are essential for transfusions that save the lives of trauma patients, those with blood disorders, like sickle cell disease, or other conditions such as cancer. The need for blood donations is constant.

Question 2

Am I eligible to give blood?

Accepted Answer

In order to donate blood you must meet these preliminary requirements:

Healthy and feeling well
Able to consume a full meal
Weigh more than 110 lbs
If you are unsure about eligibility, please read further eligibility criteria or call the Blood Donor Center at 202-476-5437.

Question 3

How is my blood used?

Accepted Answer

The most common reason to receive a transfusion is to replace blood or one of its parts that are lost from surgery, trauma or burns. Premature infants often receive blood transfusions to replace blood taken for laboratory tests and/or because their system isn't producing enough blood on its own.

Question 4

How long does it take?

Accepted Answer

The blood donation process is easy and doesn’t require a lot of time. Donating whole blood takes about 30-35 minutes. Platelet donations take anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours.

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