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 The major source of blood and blood components in the United States comes from allogeneic or volunteer whole blood donors. These donors freely give blood to the blood center for use by patients. Whole blood donors may donate one unit of whole blood every 56 days.
Being a whole blood donor is safe, simple, and very fulfilling. You can help as many as three different patients with just one donation. The entire whole blood donation process takes between 30 and 45 minutes. Blood cannot be manufactured. Individuals who give blood assure an adequate supply is available - possibly saving someone’s life. Your donation is definitely needed!
- Must be at least 17 years old
- Weigh at least 110 pounds
- Be in good health
- It is recommended to eat a well-balanced meal
Some health conditions or medications may temporarily or permanently prevent a person from donating blood. Be sure to bring the name(s) of the medication(s) you are taking.
If you have a question regarding your eligibility to donate and would like to discuss it, please contact the center nearest you.
| AIDS-individuals at high risk and their partners |
Cannot donate |
| Colds and flu |
Cannot donate until well |
| Diabetes, on medication (controlled) |
Can donate |
| Hepatitis and jaundice after age 11 |
Cannot donate |
| Pregnancy, after delivery, miscarriage, abortion |
Six week wait |
| Menstruation |
Can donate |
| Note: People who have had cancer should contact the center to determine eligibility. |
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| Surgery, without transfusion, after release by physician |
Can donate |
| Surgery, with transfusion of blood or blood components |
1-year wait |
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| Antibiotics, oral |
72-hrs from last dose |
| Antibiotics, injectable |
7-day wait |
| Allergy Medications, Diuretics, Diet Pills, Sleeping Pills, Tranquilizers, Aspirin, Tylenol |
Can donate |
| Blood Pressure Medications |
Can donate |
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| Measles, Mumps, Rubella |
One month wait |
| Flu |
Can donate |
| Hepatitis B |
Can donate |
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| Ear Piercing, professionally done |
Can donate |
| Body Piercing |
12-month wait |
| Tattooing |
3-week wait |
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Only sterile, disposable equipment is used throughout the donation process, which makes it impossible to contract a disease from donating blood.
If you have any questions concerning your donation, or experience any unexpected problems, please call the LifeShare donor center nearest you.
Contact your nearest LifeShare location to schedule your donation today.
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LifeShare Donor Centers
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