Imagine, for just 2 seconds, that your life hangs in the balance and the only people that can save you from certain death, are complete strangers.

I do not have to imagine it, I live it - everyday. Instead of being a victim of a rare blood disorder or the survivor of a near death experience, I choose to be a LIVING TESTIMONY of the need for blood donors. As an advocate and spokesperson working with the nation's two largest blood collection organizations, I hope to connect donors to the lives they save through education, encouragement and open communication. Together, we can save lives, one pint at a time.


Every 2 seconds, someone requires a blood transfusion to live.

That's why "It's Hip 2 Give!"

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Monday, May 11, 2009

Blood Transfusion Facts

A transfusion is a procedure by which a doctor or other medical professional replaces the blood lost by a patient with the blood of a generous donor like you! Here are the different amounts of blood that can be used in various procedures:

Organ Transplant
40 units of blood
30 units of platelets
25 units of fresh frozen plasma
20 bags of cyroprecipitate

Bone Marrow Transplant
20 units of blood
120 units of platelets

Heart Surgery
6 units of blood

Burn
20 units of platelets

Automobile Accident
50 units or more of blood


As you can see, there are many lifesaving operations made possible by blood donors. All of the above elements are received through your donation - it's fast, easy, and rewarding for you and the recipient.
Posted by at 5/11/2009 11:18:00 AM

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