What can I donate at American Red Cross Blood Services Crosstown Plaza?

Based on the operator, this center collects whole blood, power red (double red cells), platelets, plasma. Availability can vary — confirm with the center.

Do I need an appointment to donate?

Many centers prefer or require an appointment. You can usually schedule through American Red Cross.

American Red Cross Blood Services Crosstown Plaza

Q: Is donating at American Red Cross Blood Services Crosstown Plaza paid or volunteer?

American Red Cross Blood Services Crosstown Plaza appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

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♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

Route 7 and Watt Street, Schenectady, NY, 12304

(800)-448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★4.5 (2 reviews)

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Before you go

✅ Bring a photo ID and a list of any medications.
💧 Hydrate well and eat iron-rich food beforehand.
😴 Get a good night's sleep; avoid heavy exercise right after.
🕒 Set aside about an hour (about 1 hour (10 min in the chair)).

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Donor reviews (2)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Linda Coty2009-08-26
★★★★★
As posted in the schenectadynyreusitcom website: Hi everyone... I just got home from doing my errands, I was on the crosstown (rt 7) Crosstown Plaza. I seen signs by American Red Cross that there is an Urgent need for blood. Its been 30 years since I've given blood, but I took a moment to do it. I figured it was really needed to be classified Urgent. Especially with the storms rolling through down south. It really only took 15- 20 minutes from the first I walked in the door till I walked out the door. I had walked in about 5 minutes after they closed, I felt terrible I held everyone up from going home because they went ahead _ took me anyway. The Place was very clean. The workers very professional, caring and appreciative. Please take a few moments from your day. It could possible mean somebodies life. SCHEDULE - Crosstown Plaza Blood Donation Center Route 7 Schenectady Monday - 11a.m. to 6p.m. Tuesday - Closed Wednesday -7:30a.m. to 1:30p.m. Thursday - 11a.m to 6p.m. Friday - Closed Saturday- 7a.m. - 1p.m. ( 1st, 3rd _ 5th Saturday of each month) Sunday - Closed or, WALK IN LIKE I DID! Schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-448-3543 or go online to www.nypennregion. com/donatenow PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING YOUR DONOR CARD OR A VALID ID WHEN YOU GO TO DONATE
Marilyn Kaufmann2009-07-09
★★★★★
Quick, Professional and courteous