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After giving blood (post-donation card)

This leaflet tells you how to look after yourself after you’ve given blood. It also gives information on contacting the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service.

Freedom of information

The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) is part of NHS National Services Scotland.

Giving blood: Process, risks and information (Donor information leaflet)

This leaflet tells you more about the process of giving blood, including the donation process, blood safety, and how your donation is used.

Donor care standards

Our aim is to provide the highest level of donor care in a friendly, professional manner for the benefit of all patients in NHS Scotland. To do this, we have seven donor care standards.

How we work

Infected Blood Inquiry

Response to the publication of the IBI report

Journey of donated blood

Blood Donor 24

Could you be our emergency contact?

Data protection notice

This is our Data Protection Notice. It is a guide to tell you more about the way we collect, store and use personal information about you following your registration as a donor with us.

Age and weight

Can I give blood? If you’re 17 to 65 and in good health, you probably can. However, there are some exceptions.