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Blood Donation Preparation

A checklist for preparing to donate blood: eligibility, what to bring, the day itself and recovery afterward.

What this tool does

A checklist for preparing to donate blood: eligibility, what to bring, the day itself and recovery afterward.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 3 groups and 12 items.

  • Before the day (6 items): Check the eligibility requirements of your blood service; Schedule an appointment; Get a good night's sleep before; Ask the blood service what to eat and drink beforehand; Ask the blood service whether to avoid alcohol beforehand; Know your blood type, if you have it on record
  • What to bring (3 items): Bring valid photo ID; Bring a list of your medications; Wear short sleeves
  • After donating (3 items): Eat a snack after donating; Drink fluids afterward; Rest and follow the staff's aftercare instructions

Tip: Your local blood service sets its own rules, so check them first. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list, not medical advice. It does not know your health, medicines or travel history.
  • Rules about eligibility, ID, food, drink and aftercare vary by country and blood service. Follow your service's instructions over this list.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Will this tell me if I am eligible to donate?
A: No. The first item reminds you to check eligibility, but the list cannot judge your health or history. Your blood service decides who can donate.
Q: Why does the list say to ask the blood service about food, drink and alcohol?
A: Guidance differs between services and can change, so the list leaves the specifics to the organization you are donating with.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes. Ticks are saved in your browser on this device, so they are still there when you come back. They are not sent anywhere and do not follow you to another device or browser.
Q: What ID will I need?
A: The list says to bring valid photo ID. What counts as valid depends on the blood service, so confirm with them when you book.

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