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Are Platelet donations safe?

April 26, 2017DONATIONS PLATELET safe

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Are Platelet donations safe?

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Yes. Each donation is closely supervised by specially trained staff. A small percentage of your platelets are collected, so there is no risk of bleeding problems. Your body will replace the donated platelets within 72 hours. All donation equipment is sterile and discarded after every donation.