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Blood Donation Instructions

Download and print these reference sheets about the blood donation process (pdf).

General Donor Information - Find out if you are eligible to donate blood and/or platelets. 

Making Your Blood Donation Safe - Important information on the donation process.

Blood Donor Travel Guide - Check to see if recent travel may have affected your ability to donate blood.

Medication Deferral List - Please make a list of all medications you take and the reason you're taking them and bring with you to donate.

White Blood Cells - Please click on the following links to view more information about donating white blood cells for your family member or friend:

Granulocyte General Information
Granulocyte Donor Education
Granulocyte Patient Coordinator

Disease Information

Read more about diseases you may have been exposed to during certain activities or travel that would prohibit you from giving blood: 


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