Blog of Bloodworks Northwest



FDA issues final guidance on deferral criteria for gay and bisexual men

On December 21, 2015 the FDA issued its final guidance on deferral criteria for men who have had sex with men, or MSM. Under the FDARead more →

BloodworksNW celebrates 10 years with Angel Flight West

Most blood donors know that a pint of blood can save three lives because it can be separated into three components: red cells, plasma, and platelets.Read more →

Organ compatibility testing at Bloodworks Northwest

April is National Donate Life Month, designated to raise awareness of the need for organ donors and to celebrate those that have saved lives through theRead more →

Hemophilia care at Puget Sound Blood Center

March is Hemophilia Awareness Month, as designated by President Reagan in 1986. Dr. Barbara Konkle is interim director of our Hemophilia Care Program and describes PugetRead more →