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Diuen que sóc la persona que més sang, plasma i plaquetes he donat de Catalunya

Teresa Orquín, la súper-donant de Catalunya

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El que em sap greu és no poder donar sang ni plasma

Anna Roca, rep plasma cada setmana

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El plasma serveix per fabricar el medicament que necessitem els hemofílics

Marc Parés, pateix hemofília severa

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Blood cannot be manufactured

The only way to obtain blood is through the altruistic donations of generous individuals.
The need is constant

Every day, between 800 and 1,000 people need blood in Catalonia. Furthermore, blood expires, so regular donations are needed to maintain the reserves.
It is a vital resource for many people

It is estimated that 1 in every 5 people will need blood or blood components during their lifetime.
You help others and yourself

When you donate blood, you are not only contributing to saving lives, but you also feel good because you are part of a solidarity cause.

Discover the requirements and key steps to become a blood donor.

You must weigh more than 50 kg and be between 18 and 70 years old.

You must not be fasting.

You can donate even if you have had hepatitis before the age of 12.

You can donate even if you take some of the most common medications.

If you are a woman, you can donate 3 times a year.

If you are a man, you can donate 4 times a year.

A minimum of 2 months must pass between blood donations.

You have made a donation and want to know when you can donate again?

Drink plenty of liquids, especially when it's hot, during the 24 hours before.
Avoid intense exercise in the 3-4 hours prior.
Preferably eat something salty in the 3-4 hours before.
Drink 3 large glasses of water in the 3-4 hours before.

In the meal before donation:

Fats can be carried by blood, and if consumed in excess, your donation may not be able to be used.

These are the steps to donate

Make an appointment
Through the Blood and Tissue Bank website, you can make an appointment to donate blood. Once requested, there will be a record of the day, time, and location for donation.
Identification
Remember that you always need to bring an official identification document (ID card, NIE, passport, or driving license) to donate.
The pre-donation questionnaire
You will need to fill out a questionnaire about your health and lifestyle habits.
To manage your data and extract your blood, we will always need your consent, in a confidential manner and in compliance with the regulations.
The medical interview
A medical interview will be conducted, and measures such as blood pressure and haemoglobin levels will be taken.
To ensure that the donation will be safe for you and the person who will receive your blood, we will rely on the results to determine if you can donate or not.

If you feel dizzy, stay calm. Do not strain to stay standing, lay down on the ground with your legs up to promote circulation.
Keep in mind that you can change your mind at any time.
You can ask as many questions as you want to the professional assisting you.
The extraction lasts between 10 and 15 minutes, the time needed to donate about 450 ml of blood and save up to three lives.

Do not remove the bandage until, at a minimum, 2 hours later.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages or smoke during the following 2 hours.
Do not make significant physical efforts, especially with the punctured arm, during the next 24 hours.
Drink plenty of liquids during the next 24-48 hours.
Avoid very warm places, it's better if they are well-ventilated and cool areas.
Do not stand for long periods. Avoid queues or standing on public transport in the next 6 hours.