How You Can Help
M. D. Anderson Blood Bank
A great way to give back this Thanksgiving is to donate blood or platelets for our cancer patients. Holiday seasons bring critical shortages of blood and platelets to our hospital and our patients count on the generosity of strangers like you to help provide hope to them. Please call (713) 792-7777 to make your appointment today.
The M. D. Anderson Blood Bank is a leader in the field of transfusion medicine. Since the early 1960s, we have served the needs of cancer patients, donors and the community by providing exceptional blood services. Our milestones range from pioneering the invention of the blood cell separator, the transfusion of white blood cells into patients with low blood cell counts to prevent infection and the transfusion of platelets into patients to prevent bleeding, which is now the standard of therapy worldwide.
We are the largest transfusion center in the country. M. D. Anderson cancer patients require approximately 150 units of red blood cells and 500 units of platelets every day. This is why donors are the most important part of the process. As new treatments are developed, and new technologies discovered, the need for blood donations has never been greater. Giving blood and platelets provides hope for cancer patients who depend on the support of their family and friends and on the generosity of donors just like you.
Our vision is to continue on the cutting edge of technology; with highly trained staff and state-of-the-art equipment.
Be a Hero - Donate Blood Today and Save 3 Lives!