PRE-REGISTER HERE: https://donate.indiana.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/164688 Walk-ups are welcome though! Do some good and while you are here take a photo with a live reindeer and his helper! More Black Friday fun planned during the day. See our website for details! www.perry-crossing.com
Every donation is needed to meet the high demand from hospitals in our community. People like you can make a difference. Hope to see you soon.
LEARN ABOUT DOUBLE RED BLOOD CELL DONATION:
This allows those who are eligible to give TWO units of red blood cells, making our collection goal more attainable.
A standard whole blood donation equals 500 ml and includes your red blood cells, plasma, and platelets. A double red cell donation equals 360 ml and is red blood cells only. When a donor opts for a double red cell donation, we utilize an advanced piece of technology called the Alyx device. The Alyx device processes/separates the unit on site as the donor is in the chair. Because the unit is processed on site, it will land on the hospital shelf more quickly, positively affecting a patient in need. Alyx donors receive platelets and plasma back along with some saline, leaving them to feel a bit more balanced after the fact. There are height and weight requirements for this type of donation, so not all donors are eligible, but if they qualify, our staff does a great job working to recruit these double red cell donations. I will also note a double red cell donation takes just a bit longer – say 30 minutes rather than 10. Female donors must be at least 5’5” and 150 lbs. Male donors must be at least 5’1” and 130 lbs. A person’s blood volume is proportional to their weight, height, and sex, and the body mass composition of men and women differs. The requirement is indeed higher for female donors.
Benefits of Alyx/Double Red Cell Donation:
Slightly smaller needle
Leave feeling more fluid balanced
Give the same amount but donate less frequently (every 112 days rather than every 56)
One double red cell donation can impact 6 lives rather than 3
Event Venue
2499 Perry Crossing Way, Plainfield, IN, United States
