What is Apheresis Platelet Donation?
Apheresis (ay-fur-EE-sis) is a special kind of donation that allows a donor to give specific blood components, such as platelets and plasma, for the benefit of patient care. Through this automated donation process, a greater volume of components can be collected from a single donor than through a whole blood donation. The Plan: INBC’s Full Circle Platelet Donation Plan Goal: To expand awareness for apheresis platelet donation in the Inland Northwest. A supplemental goal for this program is to increase donation of platelets in INBC territories. Collection: INBC platelet donors are able to participate at three fixed site locations every seven days and up to 24 times annually. • INBC Regional Headquarters 210 W. Cataldo Ave., Spokane • INBC North Idaho Center 1341 Northwood Center Ct., Coeur d’Alene, ID • INBC Lewis-Clark Valley Center 1213 21st Street, Lewiston, ID Timeframe: The promotion will occur two times during the calendar year. • March 1 – July 31 and August 1 – December 20 Give-
