You can donate blood if you’re between 18 to 65 years. However, if you're donating for the first time after age 60, consult a doctor at the blood center. 

Yes, your weight must be at least 45 kg.

You need a hemoglobin level of 12.5 gm/dl or above. 

Men: Every 3 months

Women: Every 4 months

Eat something within 4 hours before donating.
Sleep at least 6 hours the previous night.
Avoid smoking 4 hours before.
Do not consume alcohol for 24 hours before.
Avoid tight-sleeved clothing.
Avoid donation if you’ve had tattooing or body piercing in the last 12 months.

Drink more fluids (water, fruit juice) in the next 4 hours.
Avoid smoking for 30 minutes.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
Do not stand in direct sunlight too long.
Avoid heavy workouts or strenuous activity for the day.
If there's bleeding, raise your arm and press the site.
Remove the bandage after 5–6 hours.
If you feel dizzy, lie down or sit with your head between your knees.

Weight, Haemoglobin level, Blood Pressure, Pulse, Temperature, Medical History Assessment
(All done by qualified personnel at the blood center)

Yes, if your BP is under control with medication, you can donate.

• Yes, if you're on oral medication.

• No, if you’re on insulin.

Wait at least 12 months after delivery before donating.

Do not donate if you're currently breastfeeding.

Wait 6 months after abortion or minor surgery.

Wait 1 year after major surgery.

• No, you should wait until your period ends before donating. 

• Only after 12 months of getting a tattoo or body piercing. 

• Wait for 6 months after tooth extraction. 

• Yes, but only after 2 years of complete cure. 

• No. Wait for the recommended period as per your doctor’s advice. 

Allowed medications:

Oral contraceptives
Painkillers
Vitamins
Cholesterol-lowering medicines
Oral diabetes medication

Not allowed:

Insulin
Blood thinners
Thyroid medications
Chemotherapy drugs
Heart failure medicines

Temporary wait needed:

After antibiotics: 2 weeks
After prostate meds: 1–6 months
After antifungal meds: 1 week
After TB treatment: 2 years

People with the following cannot donate:

Cancer
Severe allergy
Blood disorders
Rheumatoid arthritis
Kidney or liver failure
Heart failure or heart disease
Leprosy
STD's (including HIV, syphilis, etc.)
Thyroid disorders
Psychiatric illnesses
Seizures
Uncontrolled asthma

Yes! It is absolutely safe. All equipment is sterile and used only once. Doctors ensure you are healthy before donation. 

Yes! It is absolutely safe. All equipment is sterile and used only once. Doctors ensure you are healthy before donation.