Donation advice and information

Find out more about donation safety, blood testing, and what to do if you feel faint or unwell after you donate

If you've just donated

Read our advice on recovering after your donation and what to do if you feel faint or have a bruise

Find out how iron and haemoglobin affects blood, plasma and platelet donation, and learn how to boost your iron levels

Watch our videos to find out more about the journey of your blood or plasma donation

Access digital versions of information provided at donation sessions.

Our consent booklets tell you everything you need to know before giving blood, plasma or platelets

Find digital versions of printed information you may be given at your donation session