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Can I Give Platelets?
You may be suitable to become a platelet donor if you:
- Are between 18 and 59 years old
- Weigh over 9 st 7lbs (60kgs)
- Have never received a blood transfusion
- Have never been pregnant
- Are not required to take aspirin or anti-inflammatories regularly
Take the Platelet Donor Eligibility Quiz
New donors who have not given blood in Ireland in the last 5 years will give samples for testing at their first appointment.
Book a call to become a platelet donor or learn more:
- Call 01 432 2833 (Dublin) or 021 480 7429 (Cork) to speak to one of our staff
- Fill in our Online Application Form
- Text 53377 for information
A staff member will be in touch with you to discuss the criteria to become a platelet donor and book you in for an assessment. The assessment will take approx. 45 minutes and will include taking a blood sample, checking suitability of your veins and past medical history.
Once deemed suitable to become a platelet donor you can book in for your first platelet donation.
Other ways to help
If you find that you are not eligible to become a platelet donor, please consider giving blood or joining the Irish Unrelated Bone Marrow Registry.
