FAQs

Donation FAQs

Will it hurt when you insert the needle?
Only for a moment, pinch is similar to an ant bite when the needle is inserted.
How long does a blood donation take?

The entire process takes about 45 minutes to one hour, the actual donation of a unit of whole blood unit takes 8 to 10 minutes. However, the time varies slightly with each person depending on several factors including the Donor’s health history and attendance at the blood drive.

Why does any blood bank ask so many personal questions when I give blood?

To ensure Donor safety and Blood Safety

How often can I donate blood?

You must wait at least 3 months (90 days) between donations of whole blood and  Platelet Apheresis Donors may give every 3 days up to 24 times per year.

Will the blood remain in my body if I do not donate blood?

No, the fact is the Red Blood Cells in the blood has a life span of 120 days.  Irrespective of blood donation they die and new cells are produced.  Instead of going waste without blood donation, it would save three lives if one donates blood.

Who can donate blood?

Donors must be age above 18 or older.

Donors must weight >45kgs for 350ml, > 50kgs for SDP  & >55Kgs for 450ml,  and be in good health.

Blood Safety

Is it safe to give blood?
Donating blood is a safe process. Each Donor’s blood is collected through a new, sterile needle that is used once and then discarded. Although most people feel fine after donating blood, a small number of people may feel lightheaded or dizzy, have an upset stomach or experience a bruise or pain where the needle was inserted.
Does Donor get HIV from donating blood?

No. Sterile procedures and disposable equipment are used in all Blood Banks. Needle used only once and then discarded. You cannot contract HIV or other viral disease by donating blood.

What tests are administered to ensure my blood is safe to distribute to patients?

Blood donations are tested for the following:-

  • ABO and Rh blood types.
  • Unexpected red blood cell antibodies that are a result of prior transfusion.
  • Screened for HIV, Hepatitis B&C, Syphilis and Malaria
If the Donors blood test result shows HIV-positive, will the Donors be informed about the result?

Yes. Donors who are confirmed Reactive for any infectious disease are notified only Donor personally and have the opportunity to receive counseling with a specially trained, professional counselor.

How will Rashtrotthana Blood Bank contact me if the Donors have a disease?

The Rashtrotthana Blood Bank  regards blood test results as private and confidential information, they  may contact you by letter or call to arrange a counseling appointment, but does not disclose information regarding positive blood test results to anyone but the Donor, except as required by law. Rashtrotthana Blood Bank  maintains a confidential list of people who may be at risk for spreading transfusion-transmitted diseases. When required by law, we report Donor information, including test results, to health departments and regulatory agencies. Donation information may also be used confidentially for medical studies.

Are blood substitutes available?

No, there are currently no substitutes for blood. However, research is continually being done to identify new alternatives to blood transfusion.

Google FAQs

Is Donor get paid?

Rashtrotthana Blood Centre is a standalone 100% Voluntary Blood Centre. Professional Donors are not accepted.

Can I Know Nearby Camp or conduct camp?

Thank you for showing interest in Voluntary Blood Donation. Please visit our Rashtrotthana Blood Centre Website for Camp Calender & Camp requests. Please follow the link to register: Donate Blood on Demand

What should be the eligible Age criteria to Donate Blood?

For Donor Criteria please follow the link Age criteria to Donate Blood

What is Rashtrotthana Blood Centre?

Thank you for showing interest on Rashtrotthana Blood Centre. Please follow the link to know About Us

What is the Best Time for Blood Donation?
Thank you for showing interest in Voluntary Blood Donation. Our centre remains open for 24/7. From 8 am to 8 pm Blood can be donated. Please Donate blood and Save Lives. Please visit our Rashtrotthana Blood Centre. Location can also find in Google.
Can I know your Website?

Thank for showing interest in Rashtrotthana Blood Centre. Please follow the link to know more about us www.bloodcentre.rashtrotthana.org

Online Blood Donation Form

Thank for showing interest in Rashtrotthana Blood Centre. Please follow the link for online Donor Registration

I want to donate blood on Demand or on Emergency basis?

Thanks for showing interest for Voluntary Blood Donation when there is an emergency or demand in our Rashtrotthana Blood Centre. Please follow the link to register Donate Blood on Demand

Can I get your Premises Location?
Our Location and our centre remains open for 24/7. From 8 am to 8 pm Blood can be donated. Please Donate blood and Save Lives.
Can I get the Blood for patient?
If you are looking for Blood? There are many components in each group of Blood. Kindly check for which component you are looking for? Blood is available based on Stock. If the stock is available with us, need to bring the Patient Sample and Requisition letter from Hospital. Call us to confirm the stock & visit our Rashtrotthana Blood Centre.