Platelet Donation Process (Single Donor Platelets)

Eligibility for Platelet Donation:

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  Gender
  Male donors are preferred because female donors may have a higher incidence of complications related to antibodies against white blood cells, which are more commonly found in women. This is an international standard for single-donor platelet donation using plateletpheresis.
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  Health
  Donors must be in good health with no disqualifying medical conditions.
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  Age
  17 to 60 years (first-time platelet donors must be under 50 and have donated whole blood at least once in the past year).
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  Weight
  Minimum of 50 kg.
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  Platelet Count
  Must have a platelet count of at least 200,000 per cubic millimeter before donation, and at least 100,000 after donation (donors will undergo a Complete Blood Count (CBC) prior to donating).
  
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  Vein Visibility
  Clear veins in the arm at the elbow.
  
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  Medication Restrictions
  No aspirin or NSAIDs for at least 48 hours prior to donation. Stop taking turmeric or fish oil at least 72 hours before donating, as they may affect platelet function.