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To sign up for Platelet Donation, call Hoxworth at 513-451-0910

Questions about online scheduling? Email us.

The requirements to give blood are:
Age: Be at least 17 years old.
16 year olds may donate with parental consent
Weight: Minimum of 110 pounds.
Identification: Must provide photo I.D.
Food: Eat a good meal within four hours before giving.
Drink: Drink plenty of water or juice before and after donating.

About Hoxworth:
Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati was founded in 1938 and proudly serves 31 hospitals in 18 counties in Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. Annually, Hoxworth collects over 90,000 units of blood from local donors to help save the lives of patients in our area hospitals. At least 400 products are essential each day to keep up with the demands of Tri-State hospitals and their patients.