Community Blood Center

read moreThe blood supply is a critical part of our healthcare system. It is imperative for healthy individuals to come in and donate blood so that it's available to those in need. At this unprecedented time, this is one thing you can do to help someone who desperately needs it. CBC is committed to the safety of our donors, volunteers, employees and blood recipients, and to transparency with the public during this evolving public health emergency.

read moreRed cells, white cells and platelets are made in the marrow of bones, especially the vertebrae, ribs, hips, skull and sternum. Plasma is a pale yellow mixture of water, proteins and salts. One of the functions of plasma is to act as a carrier for blood cells, nutrients, enzymes and hormones. Red cells are disc-shaped cells containing hemoglobin, which enables the cells to pick up and deliver oxygen to all parts of the body. Platelets are small cells in the blood that control bleeding. They form clusters to plug small holes in blood vessels and assist in the clotting process.

read moreAs a proud affiliate of the New York Blood Center Enterprises, Community Blood Center shares in a common mission to train the next generation of leaders in the fields of blood banking and transfusion medicine, and values the acquisition, sharing and application of knowledge. Community Blood Center provides educational programs on blood banking and transfusion medicine for medical laboratory scientists (MLSs), MLS students, pathology residents, and other groups.