Double Red Cell Donor Requirements

To be a double red cell donor on Bloodmobiles, donors must meet the following criteria:

  • Have an easy accessible vein that can support an automated “machine” procedure
  • Meet minimum hemoglobin requirements
  • Meet minimum requirements for height and weight based on gender

 

Height

Weight (lbs)

Male

5’ 1”

132

Female

5’5”

152

To be a double red cell donor at our Fixed Site Locations, donors must meet the following criteria:

  • Have an easy accessible vein that can support an automated “machine” procedure
  • Meet minimum hemoglobin requirements
  • Meet total blood volume requirements based on gender height and weight (requirement will be evaluated by staff)