Emergency Response

The Gift of Life: Your Blood Donation

Every drop is a new life. Join our mission to keep Uttarakhand safe and healthy.

Emergency Response

Ready for Emergencies

We ensure safe and timely blood availability for every critical and emergency situation.

Emergency Response

Be a Hero: Find a Camp

Locate your nearest blood donation camp and help save a life in your community today.

Emergency Response

Uttarakhand's Lifeline

See the big difference your generosity makes in surgery, treatment, and patient recovery.

Our Mission

Our mission is to support the vision of safe and adequate blood for all, as guided by the National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC) and World Health Organization (WHO). We promote 100% voluntary blood donation and work to ensure a safe, reliable, and quality blood supply for every patient in need.

Compassion

We treat every individual—donor or patient—with empathy, dignity, and respect. Each drop collected reflects our commitment to humanity.

Safety & Quality

We follow world-class safety and quality protocols — from donor screening to laboratory testing and final delivery.

Community Engagement

We engage communities through education, donation drives, and awareness programs to inspire regular voluntary blood donation.

Preparedness

With real-time inventory systems and 24/7 readiness, we ensure reliable blood supply even in emergencies and disasters.

Innovation & Technology

We leverage digital tools and smart logistics to enhance donor experience, efficiency, and transparency.

Integrity & Transparency

We operate with full honesty, accountability, and ethical conduct — ensuring trust at every level.

Blood Donation to Blood Bank Workflow

Understand how your valuable blood is processed from donation to safe use.

Steps of the Process

Detailed Status for Step 1

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Registration and Initial Screening

Filling the donation form, verifying ID, and giving consent.

Key Information and Estimated Time:

Form submitted. ID (Aadhaar/PAN) verified. Consent for donation recorded. Average time: 5 minutes.

Blood Components We Provide in Dehradun

PRBC Blood

Packed Red Blood Cells for oxygen transport, available at our blood bank in Dehradun.

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SDP Platelets

Single Donor Platelets (SDP) for critical patients with low platelet counts in Uttarakhand.

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Random Platelets

Random Donor Platelets (RDP) essential for maintaining platelet counts in various conditions.

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Fresh Frozen Plasma

FFP for clotting factors and volume expansion in emergencies near Indresh Hospital.

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Cryoprecipitate

Concentrated clotting factors for treating hemophilia and coagulation deficiencies.

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Whole Human Blood

Freshly collected whole blood containing all essential components for massive blood loss.

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Blood Bank Support & FAQs

Find answers to common questions about blood donation and our 24/7 services.

Uttarakhand Blood Centre is a trusted blood bank in Dehradun providing safe blood and blood components with 24×7 emergency service.

We provide safe and tested blood units, blood components (PRBC, Platelets, Plasma), Apheresis (SDP), emergency blood support, and organize voluntary blood donation camps.

Yes, Uttarakhand Blood Centre provides 24×7 emergency blood supply in Dehradun and nearby areas, including near Rispana Bridge.

Blood donation is a voluntary process where a healthy person donates blood to help patients in need during surgeries, emergencies, or medical treatments.

Any healthy individual aged 18–65 years, weighing at least 45–50 kg, and in good health can donate blood.

Absolutely. Blood donation is a completely safe and sterile process. we use single-use disposable kits for every donor, eliminating any risk of infection.

Apheresis donation is a special type of blood donation where a machine collects only specific components (platelets or plasma) and returns the rest to the donor. It is vital for cancer and dengue patients.

Apheresis donors must meet stricter criteria: higher platelet count, good vein condition, minimum weight of 50–60 kg, and doctor’s eligibility approval.

Whole blood: Every 3 months (men) / 4 months (women). Apheresis (platelets): Every 2 weeks (as per medical advice).

Whole blood donation takes 30–45 minutes total, while the Apheresis process takes about 60–90 minutes.

You may feel a slight pinch when the needle is inserted, but the process is generally comfortable.

Before: Eat a healthy meal, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol/smoking, and carry a valid ID. After: Rest for 10–15 minutes, drink fluids, and avoid heavy exercise for the day.

Yes, we offer free blood support to Thalassemia patients, cancer patients, and voluntary blood donation camp organizers.

All major groups (A, B, AB, O +/-) and components like PRBC, Platelets, Plasma (FFP), and SDP platelets are available depending on stock.

Search 'blood bank near me' or visit Uttarakhand Blood Bank Dehradun near Rispana Bridge. You can contact us directly for availability or to organize a donation camp.

Accident and surgery patients, cancer patients (platelets), Thalassemia patients, and Dengue patients needing platelets.

Yes, hospitals and patients can obtain blood and blood components from Uttarakhand Blood Centre as per medical requirements.