What happens after you donate blood on World Blood Donor Day?

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After you donate blood on World Blood Donor Day, your body starts to replace the lost blood, and the donated blood is tested and processed for safe use. Let’s understand what happens step by step:

Immediately after donation

You rest for 10-15 minutes at the donation center.
Staff offers you fluids and snacks to restore your energy.
You are advised to avoid heavy exercise for the next 24 hours.

Processing of donated blood

The donated blood is sent to a laboratory for testing.
Tests check for infections like HIV, Hepatitis B & C, Syphilis, and more.
If the blood passes all tests, it is separated into components: red cells, plasma, and platelets.
Each component is stored separately and can help different patients.

Body recovery after donation

Recovery Process	Time Taken
Plasma replacement	Within 24-48 hours
Red blood cell replacement	Within 4-6 weeks
Iron levels normalization	Up to 8 weeks (eat iron-rich food)

Overall, your body naturally replenishes the donated blood. You may be eligible to donate again after 3 months, depending on national guidelines.

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