To be ready to help Scotland’s patients at any time, we aim to stock six days’ worth of each blood type at all times.
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You can now give plasma in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, and Inverness blood donor centres.
Children at session
Children aged 12 and over are welcome to attend session with parent, carer or guardian
Been abroad recently?
If you've visited countries with malaria, dengue fever or other tropical virus risks, you might not be able to donate for a while.
Quick quiz
The questions we ask donors change regularly, so even if you’re a regular donor it’s worth checking.
Are you the type to save a+ life?
Knowing your blood group is important. You can see your blood type on your donor card, or simply ask next time you give blood.
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