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Positive Donor ID

Volunteer blood donors must show valid identification prior to giving blood. Check here for more information and a list of acceptable forms of ID

Are You Eligible?

Here are some very basic eligibility requirements.
Potential donors must:

  • Weigh at least 110 pounds
  • Be at least 16 years of age*
  • Be in general good health
  • Not have donated blood in the last 56 days
  • Bring positive I.D. to the blood drive

*In Oregon, you may donate at age 16 at an American Red Cross blood drive with a signed parental consent form. In Washington, 16 and 17 year old donors need parental consent to give blood.
American Red Cross parental consent form

Need More Information About Donor Eligibility?

If you plan to give at an American Red Cross blood drive check out the Red Cross eligibility information, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or submit your eligibility question at : http://www.redcrossblood.org/contact-us

Lane Blood Center may have slightly different eligibility requirements. Check out the Lane Blood Center eligibility information, call (541)484-9111 or email your question to donate@laneblood.org for more information.


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