Donation Process
Blood Components & Uses
Requirements
Myths & Misconceptions
Fun Facts
100

Before donating blood, this simple action is done to help disinfect the area where the needle will be inserted. What is the item used?

What is an alcohol wipe or antiseptic?

100

What are the four main components of blood?

What is red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, plasma?

100
Are pregnant women eligible to donate blood?

What is no?

100

True or False: You can’t donate blood if you have a tattoo.

What is False? 

- You can donate if the tattoo was applied in a state-regulated facility and has fully healed.

100

What is the primary reason why blood donations are needed, especially in emergencies?

What is to help save lives?

200

How long does it typically take to donate blood?

What is 8-10 minutes?

200

Which blood component helps with clotting?

What is Platelets? 

200

What is the minimum age requirement for most people to donate blood in the United States?

What is 17?

200

True or False: Donating blood makes you weak.

What is False? The body replenishes the lost fluids within 24 hours, and red blood cells are replaced within a few weeks.

200

How many lives can one blood donation save?

What is three? 

300

After a blood donation, this common side effect can occur but is usually temporary.

What is dizziness or lightheadedness?

300

Which blood type is the universal donor for red blood cells?

What is O negative

300

What is the minimum weight requirement for donating blood in the United States?

What is 110 pounds?

300

Can vegetarians donate blood?

What is Yes? As long as they meet the standard health and hemoglobin requirements.

300

What is the minimum weight required to donate whole blood?

What is 110 pounds? 

400

What should you do after donating blood to replenish your energy?

What is juice or a snack?

400

What is plasma primarily used for in medical treatments?

What is treating burn victims, clotting disorders, and immune deficiencies?

400

How much water do we recommend you drink before donate blood to stay hydrated?

What is 16 ounces?

400

How long does it take for your body to fully replace donated blood?

What is Plasma is replaced within about 24 hours; red blood cells can take several weeks? 

400

How many pints of blood might a car accident victim need?

What is 100 pints

500

After the donation, how long are you encouraged to stay in the donation area to ensure you're feeling well (in minutes)?

What is 10-15 minutes?

500

What percentage of blood is made up of plasma?

What is about 55%? 

500

What can disqualify you from donating blood due to the risk of infection or contamination?

What is a recent tattoo or body piercing (within the past 12 months)?

500

True or False: Only adults over 21 can donate blood.

What is False? In most states, individuals aged 17 (or 16 with parental consent) can donate blood.

500

After blood is donated, what is the typical temperature it is stored at to maintain its effectiveness?

What is 33-42°F?