Can I donate today?

If you gave whole blood on or before: 

Yes.

Our Blood Needs

(Last Updated: March 8, 2024)
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Critical

O-
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Minimal

  B-, O+
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Optimal

A+, A-, AB+, AB-, B+

Inventory levels are constantly changing. In order to provide a safe and adequate blood supply for the Coastal Bend, more than 150 people must register to give blood each day.

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You might know what the entire blood donations looks like, but do you know where your blood donation goes after you complete your donation? 

Platelets

Platelets are the portion of the blood that forms clots and helps stop or prevent bleeding. This yellow-like substance is essential for organ transplant surgeries, individuals fighting cancer, chronic diseases or individuals experiencing traumatic injuries. Unfortunately, platelets only have a 7-day shelf life so platelet donors are needed every single day. While the shelf life is very short for a platelet donation, the donation process can range from 45 minutes to 2 hours. This procedure is currently only done at the Blood Center’s main collection facility at 209 North Padre Island Drive.

Meet Bodhi

Meet Bodhi! Bodhi is an adventurous 3-year-old boy that loves all things Mickey Mouse & Disney World. Bodhi was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia on August 5, 2021 & spent many nights at Driscoll Children's Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas. This sweet boy received over 20 blood transfusion during his fight against cancer & battle with chemo. Ultimately, the blood he received helped him beat cancer!! Now, Bodhi enjoys visiting Disneyland, spending time outside with his older brother and sister & lives a cancer free life, thanks to the blood donations of many in our community.

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Collegiate Hero
Program

The Coastal Bend Blood Center is proud to introduce our newest program this Fall 2022 Semester alongside Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, Collegiate Hero Program!
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