To help keep your hemoglobin level high you should take 325 mgs of ferrous sulfate two times a day. You will give a little less than one pint of whole blood. The average adult has between eight and twelve pints of blood and can easily spare one. You will rest after the donation and be served refreshments. Plan to spend about an hour at your appointment.
Autologous blood is collected by appointment only.
Your autologous units may be insufficient for your needs. If so, you may receive additional blood from the community blood supply. Autologous blood is for your use only and will not be released to the community blood supply. Questions and Answers 1. Eat and drink plenty of fluids before your donation.