My 10th Blood Donation
I look forward to blood donation. This might sound weird to most people, but I really do. I shared my blood donation experience and the motivation behind it, in my previous post, which can be found here. It was my 10th blood donation during my recent visit to the blood donor clinic. As usual, I made my next donation appointment which scheduled for two months later. Donors need about 56 days break between donations.
From testing iron level, answering questionnaire, checking body temperature, pulse, and blood pressure, talking to the nurse, and finally, lying down for blood donation. This seems to be a lengthy process; but also, a fun one, especially the last step. This time around, my donation went very well. Usually, the nurse will be struggling to get a decent vein from my arm for smooth blood flow. It could be one of the best ones I have that she picked this time. The donation took less than 10 minutes. My best record ever!
Ever thought of giving blood? Benefit others and help generating new blood cells in our bodies at the same time. It certainly is a win-win situation. I’ve the privilege to do so, and I’m really grateful for it. Hope what I’ve given out will be a benefit to someone in need.
My 10th blood donation, and still counting…
A token of appreciation from the Canadian Blood services; for my first, third, and tenth blood donation.
Tags: Experience, Fredericton, Life
May 23rd, 2009 at 7:59 am
Just wait until you get to 25. You get this cool bronze donor card.
May 23rd, 2009 at 5:26 pm
Hi Alan,
That’s exciting. I’m looking forward to the bronze donor card :).