THE South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has appealed for donations of platelets.
Platelets are small colourless cell fragments circulating in the blood. They play a vital role in blood clotting and prevention of excess blood loss. When a blood vessel is injured, platelets collect to form a plug that stops the bleeding.
For this reason, SANBS appeals for residents to become platelet donators.
Platelet donation is slightly different to blood donation, it is
important to contact SANBS for more information on the process and
requirements.
Contact SANBS on (toll free) 0800 11 9031 or visit www.sanbs.org.za
“When you donate platelets, you give someone with cancer another chance at life and another day to spend with loved ones,” said SANBS communication manager, Vanessa Raju.
