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Apheresis (AY-fur-EE-sis)—meaning to separate—allows you to give just one part of your blood and in greater quantities than through traditional whole blood donations. Specifically, the platelet apheresis process collects enough platelets—in just one visit—required for two-to-three transfusions for those in need.
