Giving the “right” type of blood donation – based on your blood type and patient needs – helps make the best use of your valuable lifesaving contribution.
You can donate either a pint of blood or specific blood components using our automated technology. Our request to you may depend on your blood type, platelet count, the date of your last donation and, of course, patient needs at the time of your donation.
Learn more about the types of blood donations you can give at a Community Blood Center donor location near you!
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!