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Give plasma
You can now give plasma in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, and Inverness blood donor centres.
Children at session
Children aged 12 and over are welcome to attend session with parent, carer or guardian
Been abroad recently?
If you've visited countries with malaria, dengue fever or other tropical virus risks, you might not be able to donate for a while.
Quick quiz
The questions we ask donors change regularly, so even if you’re a regular donor it’s worth checking.
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Are you the type to save a+ life?
Knowing your blood group is important. You can see your blood type on your donor card, or simply ask next time you give blood.
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Latest news
30 January 2025
Great to be back in Craigmount High School
04 February 2025
How do I open an online donor account?
24 January 2025
Scotblood 2025 registration is now open
Register for our annual conference, Scotblood.
23 January 2025
Storm Éowyn: Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Donor Centre closures
Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Donor Centres are CLOSED today, Friday 24th January. Aberdeen Donor Centre remains open.
21 January 2025
Change in upper age limit for returning blood donors
From 31 January 2025 onwards, a change in blood donation procedures will mean older donors can keep donating.
14 January 2025
Josh motivates a new generation of blood donors.
Inspired by his Grandad, Josh motivates a new generation of blood donors.