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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Plasma donation is similar to blood donation, except that it uses a different machine and takes up to 90mins. You can give plasma as often as every four weeks at one of our five city 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.
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The questions we ask donors change regularly, so even if you’re a regular donor it’s worth checking.
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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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How one donation can change a life
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01 September 2025
New ‘Give plasma’ and ‘Give platelets’ graphics
We’re proud to unveil two new additions to our family of donation graphic identifiers: 'Give plasma' and 'Give platelets'.
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How plasma donations changed Beryl's life
Plasma donors help Beryl live with myeloma.