Masks are currently required for our donors, staff and guests where mandated by local jurisdiction or blood drive site. Masks are not required for those fully vaccinated.

Effective Aug. 9, in keeping with updated CDC guidance, masks will be required for all donors, staff and guests, at all Vitalant blood drives and facilities regardless of vaccination status. Thank you for your understanding, and let's continue to save lives together!

If you’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19, you are eligible to donate blood, platelets or plasma. Read our COVID-19 FAQs.

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What Type Are You?
Schedule your first blood donation to find out.
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What Type Are You?

Schedule Your First Blood Donation and Find Out

Do You Know Your Blood Type?

Everyone knows their height and weight, but have you ever wondered what your blood type is or how you even go about finding out? For those who have never donated blood before, Vitalant is now offering all first-time donors an initial screening test. Preliminary results are available in minutes at every donation center.*

Just make an appointment to donate blood, show up and ask your donor care specialist. It’s really that simple! Besides, all the cool kids are doing it.

There’s a critical shortage of blood donors, too, so now’s the perfect time to donate blood, find out your blood type and help save lives in one fell swoop.

  Schedule your first appointment today!

Three reasons why you should know your blood type:

  1. If you need a blood transfusion following an accident, you’ll need compatible blood. Antigens in blood can trigger an immune response in the body, which can be fatal. But don’t worry! Your blood will be tested and appropriately matched to prevent such a scenario from occurring. Still, in the event of an emergency, it doesn’t hurt to have this information on hand just in case.

  2. It makes it easier for you to help others. We may put out a call for a specific blood type following, say, a natural disaster. If you know what type of blood you have, you’ll also know immediately if your blood is in high demand.

  3. It’s fun, fascinating and potentially life-changing! Modern science has a lot to say about all the different blood types out there, so by knowing your own blood type, you can stay up to date on any new findings. Whether you’re a trivia junkie or just someone who enjoys keeping a keen eye on your health, you can’t go wrong!

*Please note: Nevada is not included due to state restrictions.