1. Blood donation
Blood is collected from healthy volunteer donors of all blood types. |

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2. Processing
Blood is processed to remove white cells, platelets and plasma. |

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3. Testing
Blood is tested for blood type and infections. |

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4. Storage and matching
Blood is stored in Blood Banks and matched to a patient when needed |

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