Question: what to do before donating blood south africa?
Answer: You are between the ages of 16 and 75 years old, for first time donors.
You weigh a minimum of 50 kgs (and platelets a minimum of 55 kgs)
You are in good health.
You lead a low risk lifestyle.
You consider your blood safe for transfusion.
You have had a balanced meal within four hours of donating blood.