Blood donation
Blood donation is defined as a medical process in which blood is transferred from a healthy person to an unhealthy person who needs blood. The causes of blood donation are numerous. The reason may be supporting a family member or for a humanitarian, social, political, sectarian or health reason. The person can donate blood to himself, and re-injected to him when he needs it.
Blood donation process
Blood is withdrawn from the donor through an intravenous needle and a blood bag. During the donation period, which may last for ten minutes, the donor is subject to medical supervision. Even after the blood has ended, he should remain lying on the medical bed for at least five minutes until he is sure of his safety.
The process of donating blood is an important non-random process. It is necessary to check the donor's record and perform several tests to make sure that his blood does not contain any disease that may be transmitted to those who will receive the blood. Tests for the blood donor include the detection of hepatitis C virus, syphilis, HIV / AIDS and a blood test. The donor is asked about any medications he or she is suffering from.
Conditions for blood donation
There are several conditions that must be met by the donor according to the World Health Organization. The donor must exceed the legal age, weigh more than 60 kg, be free from disease, , And has not traveled to any country where epidemics, and for the sake of safety must not suffer from anemia, or that there is a possibility that the donation causes anemia or any side effects
The importance of blood donation
Many people think that donating blood will cause them weakness and anemia. This is not true. Blood donation after doctor's approval has many benefits, such as: Rest assured of your health status. If you have been screened for the safety of the donor, when you donate blood you can be assured of your safety and you can receive full instructions and medical care for your treatment. Blood donation activates the bone marrow cells and stimulates them to make new amounts of blood, which increases your activity and improves your brain, heart and brain capacity. Studies have shown that those who donate blood are less likely to have cancer, cardiovascular disease and cholesterol. Giving blood gives you a chance to get paid and satisfied by saving someone's life.
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