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Quiz about Blood Donation
Quiz about Blood Donation

Blood Donation Trivia Quiz


A little bit of information on the process of donating blood. Enjoy.

A multiple-choice quiz by timence. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
timence
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
106,288
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
7314
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. Which international organisation coordinates the regular donation of blood in several countries? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Do you have to know your blood type to donate?


Question 3 of 10
3. True or False? If all safety precautions are taken, you cannot contract HIV or AIDS from donating blood.


Question 4 of 10
4. Which blood group is known as the 'universal donor'? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which group are the 'universal receivers'? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. How old do you have to be to donate blood in Australia in 2002 (in all but one State/Territory)? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What is the upper age limit for donating blood in the USA, as of 2002? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. According to the Australian Red Cross, how often can one safely donate blood? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Is donated blood generally stored at room temperature?


Question 10 of 10
10. There are far many more people who need blood donations than there are people who donate blood.



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Which international organisation coordinates the regular donation of blood in several countries?

Answer: The Red Cross

It is officially known as the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (Red Crescent is used in place of the cross for Islamic countries). As of 2002, they operate in over 175 countries worldwide. in Israel, the Red Cross becomes the Magen David Adom, or Red Star of David. In Canada, donations are dealt with by the Canadian Blood Services.
2. Do you have to know your blood type to donate?

Answer: No

On your first donation, your blood type will be found.
3. True or False? If all safety precautions are taken, you cannot contract HIV or AIDS from donating blood.

Answer: True

The use of a new, sterile needle means that no-one else's blood will have come into contact with yours.
4. Which blood group is known as the 'universal donor'?

Answer: O-

These people, consisting of around 9 per cent of the population, can donate to anyone. However, O blood contains antibodies against A and B, and is generally only used in an emergency where the correct type was unavailable. Thanks to scottandrewh for the extra info.
5. Which group are the 'universal receivers'?

Answer: AB+

This group is represented by about only 2 per cent of all people. They can receive blood from any other group.
6. How old do you have to be to donate blood in Australia in 2002 (in all but one State/Territory)?

Answer: 16

In Tasmania, you have to be 18 years old. You also have to be under the age of 70.
7. What is the upper age limit for donating blood in the USA, as of 2002?

Answer: There is no upper limit

Of course, the donor has to be in good health. You also have to be 17 years or older in the USA.
8. According to the Australian Red Cross, how often can one safely donate blood?

Answer: Every 10-12 weeks

However, one can donate plasma once a fortnight. In some places, such as Saskatchewan, Canada, you can donate blood every 6 weeks. Thanks to ladyejayne for this Canadian info. In the US you can donate every 8 weeks (thanks to ellenl444).
9. Is donated blood generally stored at room temperature?

Answer: No

Blood is best kept at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius (35 to 46 degrees Fahrenheit). It keeps for around 6 weeks.
10. There are far many more people who need blood donations than there are people who donate blood.

Answer: True

About 30% of people need a blood donation at some time in their lives. But only around 4 per cent give regular donations. Hope you learned something from the quiz. Feel free to drop me a line with any comments or suggestions.
Source: Author timence

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