1800 731 137
Before Donation
Check your eligibility
It is important that you are well and healthy when you come to donate blood.
- An illness or injury, however minor, may mean it is not safe to give your blood to a sick patient.
- Certain medications can also be harmful to patients.
- Recent travel may also mean that you may not be eligible to donate.
- When you attend a clinic you will have an opportunity to speak in confidence with a nurse but if you have any queries in relation to your health or travel history you can call us at 1800 731 137.
New Donor Eligibility Quiz - for new and returning donors who haven't given blood in the last 5 years.
Make an appointment
Remember to make an appointment to attend clinic. First Time Donors can call us to book on 1800 731 137.
Returning donors can book online.
Reduce your risk of fainting
- Drink plenty of cold, non-alcoholic fluids in the 24 hours prior to donating.
- Eat savoury food and / or salty snacks the night before donation.
- Eat something substantial in the 3 hours before your donation.
