Apheresis donation
Apheresis donation: how does it work?
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What is apheresis donation?
This type of donation involves the use of an apheresis machine, a device that:
- Receives the donor’s blood;
- Separates it into various components;
- Directs one or more targeted components into a collection bag;
- Returns the rest of the blood to the donor.
In other words, the term apheresis refers to a collection technique by which blood components (platelets or plasma) can be collected selectively.
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What is each blood component used for?
Plasma is particularly effective in treating severe burn victims and controlling bleeding.
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Platelets are often prescribed after chemotherapy (treatment used for certain cancers, such as leukemia).
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Why donate by apheresis?
To better meet needs... When a person receives a transfusion, he or she receives only the blood component he or she requires. Donating by apheresis makes it possible to:
- give a larger amount of the desired component than with traditional blood donations; and
- give more often.
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Apheresis donor testimonials
Many donors prefer donation by apheresis. View their video testimonial.
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Where can you donate by apheresis?
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