Jena, October 2, 2026 – Due to significantly depleted stocks, the Jena University Hospital (UKJ) has issued an urgent call for blood donations. The reserves are primarily needed for surgeries, accident victims, and cancer patients.
- Event: Urgent call for blood donations due to low supplies
- Location: Institute for Clinical Transfusion Medicine Jena, UKJ
- Daily requirement: Approximately 80 blood products
- Service: Extended opening hours for donors
Urgent need for blood reserves
“We need the donations now,” emphasizes Silke Rummler, Managing Director of the Institute for Clinical Transfusion Medicine. The clinic uses approximately 80 blood products daily. Since these have a limited shelf life, the hospital relies on continuous support from the public. To accommodate potential donors, opening hours have been extended.
Requirements for blood donation
Anyone wishing to donate blood at the Jena University Hospital must undergo a medical examination beforehand. The following basic requirements apply to donors:
- Age: At least 18 years
- Body weight: At least 50 kilograms
- Health status: Stable, healthy general condition without acute infections
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Call for donations – “Need donations now” – Blood reserves at university hospital low
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