- You walk into a reputed and safe blood donation centre or a mobile camp organised by a reputed institution.
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- A few questions will be asked to determine your health status (general questions on health, donation history etc). Usually you will be asked to fill out a short form.
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- Then a quick physical check will be done to check temperature, blood pressure, pulse and haemoglobin content in blood to ensure you are a healthy donor.
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- If found fit to donate, then you will be asked to lie down on a resting chair or a bed. Your arm will be thoroughly cleaned. Then using sterile equipments blood will be collected in a special plastic bag. Approximately 350ml of blood will be collected in one donation.
Those who weigh more than 60 Kg can donate 450 ml of blood.
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- Then you must rest and relax for a few minutes with a light snack and something refreshing to drink. Some snacks and juice will be provided.
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- Blood will be separated into components within eight hours of donation
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- The blood will then be taken to the laboratory for testing.
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- Once found safe, it will be kept in special storage and released when required.
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- The blood is now ready to be taken to the hospital, to save lives.
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