The Red Cross says one reason they need donors is because platelet donations must be used within five days.

“There are only 5 days after someone gives a (platelet) donation for it to be transfused to a patient,” emphasizes Jecoliah Ellis, External Communications Manager for the American Red Cross of ...

The American Red Cross Central & Southern Ohio Region has issued a call for blood and platelet donations throughout April, highlighting the increased need during seasonal travel.