Are voluntary donation camps in colleges and offices regulated?
Yes. Any mobile donation camp must:
· Be organized in partnership with a licensed blood bank.
· Use that blood bank’s license, protocols and staff for screening, collection and transport of blood.
· Follow the same infection testing, component preparation and storage rules as in‑center donations.
Signs of a properly run camp:
· Staff coming from a known, licensed blood bank or hospital.
· Use of sealed, branded blood bags and professional equipment.
· Clear documentation and donor consent forms showing the name of the blood bank.
If a camp cannot clearly state which licensed blood bank it is linked to, or seems improvised, you should avoid donating there.