Qualifications

WHEN PREPARING FOR DONATION, PLEASE NOTE:

• Must be 17 years of age, Bring a picture ID with a date of birth. Must weigh 112 pounds. Repeat donors please bring some type of ID.
• EAT A MEAL within a few hours prior donating (no more than 5 hours). Meals containing, protein and carbohydrates are ideal. (Recommendations: eggs, cheese, meat, beans and rice, or peanut butter) Dieters MUST be taking in at least 1200 calories per day.
• The more FLUIDS you take in before and after donating, the better you feel. AVOID CAFFEINE! IT IS DEHYDRATING!
• You should be FREE from all cold, flu or symptoms of infection, and be off of antibiotics for 3 days.
• Most medications are acceptable. If taking medication, know the name.
• Must wait 12 months after a tattoo or body piercing.

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