About us
HELP THE PEOPLE IN NEED
Welcome To Durgawati Blood Center
Durgawati Blood Center was created within the Department of Pathology at Duragwati Hospital.
Durgawati Blood Center was created to meet the increasingly large and complex transfusion needs of Duragwati Hospital at Gorakhpur, and to perform research and teaching.
From the beginning, we have been out front on industry challenges by being ready with testing well in advance of a public health concern. Our mindset has always been one of prevention, preparedness and safety of the blood supply. As the needs of the transplant and transfusion industries have grown increasingly complex, and as our hospital partners have increased in scale and numbers, we have expanded to meet demand, while maintaining our dedication to the well-being of the community and patients we serve.
LEARN ABOUT DONATION
‘The human body contains five liters of blood, which Is made of several useful components i.e. Whole blood, Platelet, and Plasma.
Each type of component has several medical uses and can be used for different medical treatments. your blood donation determines the best donation for you to make.
For plasma and platelet donation you must have donated whole blood in past two years.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT:
- Always be sure to drink plenty of water before donating blood!
- Eat an iron-rich meal. Eating enough iron is essential to ensuring that your hemoglobin level is right for donating.
- Bring your donor ID. If you have a donor ID, be sure to bring it with you to your appointment. First-time donors or returning donors without a donor ID card should bring a valid state-issued photo identification.
- Avoid alcohol and fatty foods for 24 hours, and aspirin (if donating platelets) for 48 hours, before your donation.
AFTER YOUR BLOOD DONATION:
- Always be sure to drink plenty of water to rehydrate.
- Sit down or lie down if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Call our post-donation callback line at +918800242625 if you feel unwell.
- Rest and replenish iron. We recommend you take an iron supplement and/or eat foods rich in iron combined with a source of vitamin C after your donation.
- Avoid alcoholic beverages and vigorous exercise for at least 24 hours after donating, and be sure to keep that bandage on for a few hours!
"After donating blood, the body works works to replenish the blood loss. This stimulates the production of new blood cells and in turn, helps in maintaining good health."
