The requirements for donating blood include:

• Identification: You must present photo identification before making your donation (example: driver’s license, student or employee ID).
• Age: With authorized consent of a parent or guardian, you are eligible to donate blood at age 16. If you are over 65, they will evaluate your candidacy.
• Weight: You must weigh at least 110 pounds.
• How frequently can I donate blood?: Every eight weeks (or 56 days).
• Hemoglobin: Must be greater than 12.5 gm/dl.*
• Medications: If you are currently taking any medications, please bring them with you.
• Blood pressure: No higher than 180 systolic and 100 diastolic.*

*This will be checked during the medical evaluation screening process. 
*Please make sure you eat within four hours of donating blood! · Check with the American Red Cross about the most convenient places for you to donate today!