The Importance of Donating Blood

QUICK FACTS ABOUT THE BLOOD DONATION PROCESS

Blood is the most precious gift that anyone can give to another person — the gift of life. A decision to donate your blood can save a life, or even several if your blood is separated into its components — red cells, platelets and plasma — which can be used individually for patients with specific conditions.

A blood donor must be deemed healthy before donating blood. ... A person who donates blood burns about 650 calories with every pint donated, as the body has to work to replenish itself. Though there are many benefits to donating blood just one time, the people who benefit most from blood donations are regular donors.

DONATE BLOOD IN EVERY FOUR MONTHS:

The actual blood donation typically takes less than 10-12 minutes. The entire process, from the time you arrive to the time you leave, takes about an hour and 15 minutes.

The average adult has about 10 pints of blood in his body. Roughly one pint is given during a donation.