Laboratory Test Directory

DIRECTED DONOR BLOOD (007-0161)  "DIRECTED DONOR BLOOD"

Synonyms: Designated Donor; Donor-Specific Blood Donation, Designated Donation

Order Mnemonic: BILL DD

Lab: Blood Bank

Request Form: Designated Donation Request signed by consulting M.D., recipient, and donor

Patient Preparation: Informed consent must be signed by patient

Collection: Drawn by Blood Bank Donor Staff.at the UTMB Donor Center or Dickinson Donor Facility

Storage Instructions: Unit will be held for 7 days after anticipated use.

Causes for Rejection: Donor must meet allogeneic (volunteer) donor criteria

Availability: Donors may schedule an appointment Monday - Friday by contacting the Donor Facility at 281-534-8836

Turnaround Time: 3 working days

Special Instructions: Donation must be scheduled with Blood Bank Donor  Staff.

Volume: 500 mL

Minimum Volume: 300 mL

Container: Blood Bag (CPD)

Reviewed/Revised 6/27/2010 by T. Moore,  MT(ASCP)SBB