Blood Drive
| Date: |
January 28, 2005 |
| Time: |
9:30am - 1:30pm |
| Where: |
Austin Surgical Hospital (Suite 202) |
| Location: |
3003 Bee Caves Road, Austin TX
78746 |
| The Cost: |
Free |
Q: Who can give blood?
A.
You must be at least 17 years old, have a picture ID and know your social security number,
weigh 110lbs. or more and be in good health. We suggest you eat a good meal before and after
your donation. It’s also good to drink plenty of non-caffeinated beverages.
Q: How long does it take to donate blood?
A.
It takes only about 5-10 minutes to collect the blood and about 45 minutes complete everything
including paperwork and refreshments. Each unit of blood donated can save up to four people’s
lives when processed into therapeutic components. Not a bad return on your investment of time.
Q: How much blood do I have to give?
A.
Less than one pint, about 450cc. of blood, is taken when blood is donated. The average adult
has about two pints of blood for every 25lbs of body weight. The body manufactures blood constantly.
Q: Can I get a disease from donating?
A.
No. You cannot catch anything from donating blood. Each needle used during the blood donation process
is sterile and used only once. The needle is disposed of in a specially marked biohazardous container
immediately following the donation.
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Your Blood Type
O+
O-
A+
A-
B+
B-
AB+
AB- |
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% of Population You Represent
38%
7%
34%
6%
9%
2%
3%
1% |
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Sign-up online: www.lonestardonor.com (Sponsor Code: ASH) or contact Christa Soules at 512-314-3802 to reserve your time.
Please click on the following link to learn more about donating blood:
www.bloodandtissue.org
