If you or your loved one needs a blood transfusion, you may have concerns about the safety and compatibility of donor blood. This is where directed donation comes in – allowing patients to receive blood from a specific donor, typically a family member or friend. Often, directed donations help ensure that extra assurance when it comes to the source of the blood being used in their treatment.
When can you request a directed blood donation?
- In a directed blood donation, as blood comes from a specific person, it is commonly requested in planned surgeries.
- It can also be requested in cases like transplants or when a patient has a rare blood type
How can having health insurance help
While blood donation itself is voluntary in India, hospitals and private blood banks may charge processing fees when it comes to directed donations. The costs can then add up, particularly in cases like rare blood types or emergencies. Having a comprehensive health insurance can help cover transfusion-related medical expenses. Check with your provider in advance to cover the medical and financial aspects of the process.
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