Donating the right type of blood based on your blood type and patient needs. You can give a pint of whole blood or specific components such as platelets, plasma, or red cells using our automated technology, depending on your eligibility.
Maximize the impact of your donation by choosing the right procedure for your blood type. Type O is ideal for Whole Blood and Double Red Cell donations due to its universal demand; Type A, B, and AB are especially valuable for plasma donations; and Type AB is the best match for platelet donations due to its universal plasma compatibility.
Whole Blood Donation
Whole blood is the most flexible type of donation. It can be transfused in its original form or used to help multiple people when separated into its specific components of red cells, plasma and platelets. Learn more.
Double Red Cell Donation
Double the Donation, Double the Lives Saved! Double red cell donations use a special automated process called apheresis (AYfur-EE-sis) to collect two units of just red blood cells during a single donation. Learn more.
Platelet Donation
Platelets are fragile, short-lived blood cells that are essential for normal blood clotting. They are always needed to ensure availability for hospitals every day. Donate today. Learn more.
Plasma Donation
Plasma increases blood volume in emergencies and can be
used to make products that fight infections and diseases. Learn more!
used to make products that fight infections and diseases. Learn more!
