Donating blood to lower red blood cells?

Are you a big fan of charity work? Do you like to pay it forward every once in a while just so the universe can smile back at you? Well, if that’s the case, have you ever thought of donating blood to lower red blood cells in your system? No? Well, let me tell you this – not only would that be one hell of a charitable act but also quite beneficial. Keep reading as we take an interesting dive into everything there is to know about donating blood and its impact on lowering red blood cells!

The Science Bit

Before we proceed with explaining how and why donating could significantly affect reducing red blood cells, let’s understand what they are (honestly who needs science when all words look made-up).

Red blood cells are tiny disc-shaped parts found in our bloodstream; their prime function is transporting oxygen from our lungs to different organs and tissues throughout the body. So if these little buggers go haywire and start growing out of control (gastric bypass?) or multiplying excessively (kinda sounds like an issue I should worry about) for reasons related or unrelated to your health condition; then it could result in significant damage such as sequestration crisis which can cause brain death! That was dark wasn’t it…moving on!

Why Donate Blood?

Now that we know how dangerous excess red blood cell growths can become (hint: very unsafe), let’s tackle why exactly donation helps reduce them.

Firstly (cheese alert) “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure!” In medical terms, healthy people donate whole-blood (which includes plasma) containing various types of cell components including electrolytes & glucose- vital for sustaining life itself!

When processed by industries catering toward medicine production solely saves lives due not only having less RBC(Red Blood Cells) levels but because donated blood undergoes a screening process. This includes testing for any infections, such as HIV and Hepatitis, resulting in the safe usage of their Plasma & Platelets.

Platelet production from donation also frequently happens due to increased levels of thrombocytopenia caused by these excess RBCs essentially crushing Blood platelets around them (those built-up red-blood cells may be tough but it’s always fun seeing them being taken down)!

How often can you donate?

Another question that could pop up when contemplating donating is just how often you’ll get the opportunity to do good-er..I mean do good? The number of times one can donate remains strictly monitored with consideration towards patient safety which limits donations provided they fit the criteria set out within certain timelines:

• Red Cross permits its donors once every 56 days

• However, the American Association of Blood banks sets lesser restrictions. Their regulations have added protections towards medical practitioners who administer medications developed via whole-plasma within two weeks post-receiving donated blood.

Make sure your center is following standard protocols based on regulations so that we are not minimizing our efforts into bringing forth smiles over helpless individuals’ faces!

Side Effects Of Donating Blood

No action occurs without some form of backlash or repercussions (cue effects-in-a-movie sounds). In this case specifically, side effects occur after you’re done taking part in this life-saving activity…

These range anywhere from passing shivers all through hot flashes:

Short Term:

  1. Light headedness/Syncope
  2. Nausea/Vomiting
  3. Bruising/Cramping at puncture site

Long term:

1.Fatigue/Weakness/Dizziness.
2.Iron deficiency anemia leading to psychological distress like depression / anxiety(this won’t look very funny if I add anything here.. moving onto promises!)
3.Reduced Bone-density
4.Reduced Risk of Chronic Diseases /Cancer.

Promise you, it’s worth it! Giving blood is probably the most fulfilling thing one could do without spending money (Might be a debate there but let’s move on).

Pre-Donation protocol

Before donating, always remember to follow standard protocols. Hydration pre-donation sets precedence in this regard as it lessens shock-related or seemingly simple stress-related side effects:

• Make sure you eat a healthy snack/light meal beforehand featuring high water content/ electrolytes such as coconut water or Gatorade.

• Drink lots and lots of fluids; believe me even if they sometimes might resemble pond-water(yum..)!

If taking prescribed medication after – say surgery for example – check with your physician provider about respective restrictions imbibed.

At the donation center, an excellent team within staff usually consisting of phlebotomists will direct toward relevant information needed especially pertaining conditions involving medications consumption obligations!

Once checked out by their doctor (you’ll probably feel like President Barack Obanksa when this happens!), – all that remains is to watch gently & cautiously while completion occurs. The procedure takes no longer than 20 minutes to finish.

When Can You Expect RBC Reduction?

So, we have gone through all aspects required before donating and its benefits towards society various short term perks donated donors can enjoy! One question still remains unasked though…and brace yourself because here comes my best pun yet…..sips tea dramatically drumroll please!”When exactly can red-blood-cell reduction commence?!?”

After platelet treatment commences at specific centers bearing affinity towards cancer patients diagnosed with ailments afflicting even fewer RBC levels utilized regularly reducing count immediately over hours/days thanks mainly due recently manufactured Platelets provided by results gained via donations!

At times like these community acts becomes enlighting proving once again how kindness ranging from smaller deeds like smiles to bigger ones like donations in real-time ultimate life savers are! So it’s your call…raise your hand if you’re In or out?!

Conclusion

In inspiring our readers towards conducting donate blood for the betterment of someone else – we hope this article may have driven forth considerable awareness! The benefits derived from donating not only aid self-satisfaction but holds a much brighter promise than even “call-me-maybe-9AM” promises.

So dear reader, seize the opportunity by taking the initiative yourself or landing on board to meet together spirits seeking help while ultimately saving lives as well!

I bid thee farewell!(My compliments and salutations).

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