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gigi0317
Mar 14, 2010, 05:05 PM
Hello Everyone

I recently donated blood and I received a letter in the mail saying everything came out negative. Does the Red Cross tests the donated blood for std's ?

Thanks

Fr_Chuck
Mar 14, 2010, 05:07 PM
Yes, I believe all donation places check blook

EmoPrincess
Mar 14, 2010, 05:08 PM
Yes, It's the safe thing to do

J_9
Mar 14, 2010, 05:10 PM
All blood is tested for traces of any form of hepatitis as well as HIV/AIDS