People urged to donate platelets at Central Blood Bank

Muscat: The Department of Blood Banks Services (DBBS), has urged people to donate platelets today at Central Blood Bank in Bausher due to the increased demand for platelets and the presence of patients that need platelets.

"Due to the increased demand for platelets and the presence of a number of patients with pathological conditions that need platelets, we appeal to blood donors to donate platelets at the Central Blood Bank in Bausher. For inquiries or to book an appointment please contact us on WhatsApp at 94555648 ," DBBS said in a statement.