Compatible Blood Type Donors
Blood Donation Criteria
Who Can Donate Blood
Who Can Not Donate Blood
Age:
Typically, donors must be between 16 and 65 years old. The age limit may vary by country.
Some places may allow 16-year-olds to donate with parental consent.
Weight:
Donors usually need to weigh a minimum amount to ensure they can tolerate the blood donation process safely.
Health:
Donors must be in good general health.
Chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension may be acceptable if under control.
Hemoglobin Levels:
Donors need to have a minimum hemoglobin level to ensure they can spare blood without causing harm to themselves.
Travel History:
Recent travel to certain countries may result in temporary deferral due to the risk of exposure to infectious diseases.
Behavioral Risk Factors:
Individuals engaging in high-risk behaviors, such as intravenous drug use or unprotected sex, may face temporary deferral.
Infectious Diseases:
People with certain infections, such as HIV, hepatitis, or syphilis, are generally not eligible to donate.
Recent Surgeries or Medical Procedures:
Individuals who have undergone recent surgeries or medical procedures may need to wait before donating.
Certain Medications:
Some medications may disqualify individuals from donating blood. This varies depending on the medication and its purpose.
Pregnancy:
Pregnant women are usually not eligible to donate blood. There is a waiting period after childbirth before they can donate.
Cancer:
Individuals with a history of certain cancers or current cancer may be ineligible.
High-Risk Behaviors:
Individuals engaged in certain high-risk behaviors, such as drug use with shared needles, may be disqualified.
TYPES OF BLOOD DONATION
The average human body contains about five liters of blood, which is made of several cellular and non-cellular components such as
Red Blood Cells, Platelets, and Plasma. Each type of component has its unique properties and can be used for different indications. The donated blood is separated into these components by the blood center and ONE DONATED UNIT CAN SAVE UPTO FOUR LIVES depending on the number of components separated from your blood.