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Learn more about the different types of blood donations and who they help. Giving the

Sep 1, 2025 - As the seasons change, so do the needs of our patients. This September, Inova Blood Donor Services is encouraging donors to roll up their sleeves for platelet...

Platelets are the component of blood that helps with clotting. In a healthy person, a large number of platelets are manufactured and stored in the body.

Nov 1, 2025 - The global blood platelets market size was estimated at USD 5.9 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 6.2 billion in 2025 to USD 8.8 billion...

Nov 17, 2025 - Evaluation of Buffy Coat-derived Platelets - Advantages of the BC method compared to the PRP method are higher platelet and plasma recovery and improved...

You can probably donate blood (even if you have tattoos or have been overseas!). Double check your eligibility and start changing lives.

Platelets are either collected as part of a whole blood donation or by apheresis. One apheresis donation can make up to three doses of platelets.

Your blood can save lives. From how it works to who needs it, there's a lot to learn about blood donation.

Blood donors report feeling a sense of great satisfaction after making their blood donation. Why? Because helping others in need just feels good. Donate blood...

Apr 27, 2023 - Dr. Laura Russell explains the most common clotting disorders of the platelets in dogs, including symptoms, causes, and treatment options.

Thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count) can occur during chemotherapy. Learn about the signs and symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatments.