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Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Lifeblood is committed to supporting the everyday well-being of all Australians. They’re here to help donors give life — and recipients get it.

Vision and mission

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood’s purpose is life-giving donations for life-changing outcomes.

Lifeblood is proud to be a world-leading health organisation, providing one of the world’s safest supplies of blood, plasma, and other biological products to all communities of Australia.

Lifeblood is a not-for-profit division of the Australian Red Cross Society; however, it is separate from the humanitarian arm of the Red Cross. Australian governments fund Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to provide blood, blood products and services to the Australian community.

How Australian Red Cross Lifeblood can help

Lifeblood provides life-giving blood, plasma, transplantation and biological products for life-changing outcomes.

As a national, universal provider, Lifeblood also offers screening, clinical, transplantation and immunogenetics services, as well as supporting emerging biological product donations, such as milk and faecal microbiota.

Information line

  • To answer any general questions about Lifeblood and donating, chat to Jamie the AI assistant. If you would prefer to speak to someone, call 13 14 95 | Mon-Fri: 7:30am-7:00pm | Sat-Sun: 8:00am-4:30pm | Public holidays: 8:00am-4.30pm (ACDT)

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Last reviewed: January 2026

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Receiving a transfusion | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Lots of people receive transfusions every year, but it’s normal to feel a bit nervous. Knowing what to expect can help.

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Informed consent | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Treatment with blood transfusion needs to be carefully discussed with your doctor.

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Making a donation | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Find out how you can give blood, plasma or platelets today.

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Donate blood, plasma and platelets | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Your blood can save lives. From how it works to who needs it, there's a lot to learn about blood donation.

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Microbiome | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

See why Lifeblood is providing life-changing faecal microbiota for transplant.

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Blood testing and safety | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Know why we test every blood donation in the name of safety.

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What is plasma? | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Want to be able to help more people, more often? Give plasma.

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Pregnancy, anti–D and plasma | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Around 17% of Australian women who become pregnant need anti-D injections to keep their babies healthy, which can only be made from donated plasma.

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Blood | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Why donate blood? Let's break down the essentials about a blood donation, and why donating blood can make a difference.

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Donated breast milk for new parents | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

If you’ve had a premature baby, check with your doctor if donated breast milk is an option. See how we can help.

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