Lend an arm and you will get a Donation beer

Last summer’s hit product has made a comeback. Non-alcoholic Pisara beer is once again distributed to all blood donors this summer. Stop by for a Donation beer, it’s good for everyone!

Test if you can donate

Take a quick online test to find out whether you can donate blood or stem cells.

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Health questionnaire for blood donors

Please complete the electronic health questionnaire on the day of your appointment or, at the earliest, on the day before.

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Stem Cell Registry

A stem cell transplant is the last hope for a cure for blood cancer patients. More members are needed.

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Biobank

The biobank of blood donors helps to develop treatments for various diseases. You can join the biobank when donating blood.

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Donate blood during working hours

The new Workplace certificate is a concrete way to help patients and demonstrate social responsibility.

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Blood donation eligibility requirements

Read about the basic requirements and most common restrictions for donating blood.

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News and articles

26.7.2024
Blood donation

LastOnline Brings Blood Service to Assembly

The joint blood donation campaign for gamers and e-sports enthusiasts, LastOnline, will also be present at Assembly! Assembly Summer 2024 will be held at Helsinki's Messukeskus from August 1-4, 2024.

26.7.2024
News

The Blood Service is taking part in the Red Bull Rautaratsu race in Turku

Red Bull Rautaratsu is a free family event where teams attempt to reach the finish line on self-built tandem bikes on an obstacle course constructed over the Aurajoki River. Come and cheer on the Blood…

The blood donor's elbow bandage has a red Lifesaver sticker.
4.7.2024
Blood donation

From July 1 to November 30, travel to Europe may result in a temporary donation deferral

The West Nile virus transmission season is starting in Europe. The epidemic will affect blood donation in Finland, as travelling to at-risk areas between 1 July and 30 November will incur a 28-day donation…

Elli Malinen sitting on the bed in hospital.
13.6.2024
Article

June 14th is World Blood Donor Day, when we thank voluntary blood donors for their valuable contributions

World Blood Donor Day is celebrated on the 14th of June. The international day raises awareness of the importance of blood donation and thanks blood donors for their contributions.

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Research

Blood Service performs active scientific research. We want to increase biomedical knowledge on our areas of expertise.

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