Each ml of blood contains 5 million red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body and have a life of 120 days.
Each ml of blood contains 4000 to 11000 white cells 1.5 to 4lacks platelets. White blood cells destroy the germs, which invade the body and have a life of 7 hours to a few days. Platelets assist the blood to clot in a wound and have a life of 5 days.
The sick and wounded can be saved, if every healthy person considers at a personal responsibility to donate blood.
The donor’s blood volume begins to be restored immediately after blood donation and complete restoration of body fluid comes within 24 hours.
Full replacement of components of blood takes place in a couple of weeks.
HAVE COMPASSION FOR THOSE WHO REQUIRE BLOOD. IT IS THE LEAST AND THE BEST YOU COULD DO
Blood…it runs in our veins and plays a vital role in the body mechanism. But have you ever spared a thought for those who are fighting with some disease and need blood urgently. Act now and donate your blood without any worry. It won't cost you a thing but could bring back the smile on someone's face.