1 reviews | Active since Jan 2018
Donate blood at WP Blood Transfusion and it will be sold back to you for +R7000.
I'm so disappointed. I donated blood on several occasions and received a biscuit as a gratitude. I then had a still born child and got admitted at a private hospital. To my surprise l received an invoice from WP Blood Transfusion Service of R7500, . l mean really!!!! Seven and a half grand!!! I am never ever donating blood for free EVER!!! Human Blood costs thousands, lve learnt that the hard way. The process of donating blood isn't nice, l once collapsed after donating blood and for what??? I'm very upset and disappointed, this is ridiculous!!
Dear Noluthando, I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Please allow us to explain the reasoning behind payment for blood.
The Western Province Blood Transfusion Service (WPBTS) is registered as a non-profit company, and is an independent, unsubsidised organisation entirely dependent on fees charged for blood and related services for the continuation of its life-saving work. The financial model is one of cost recovery. Although blood is donated by voluntary, non-remunerated donors, the costs of the collection, testing, processing, storage and distribution of the blood are significant. In addition, the administrative costs of providing a blood service, contribute to the expenses. In short, WPBTS has to recover all of the expenses of ensuring a safe and adequate blood supply for the Western Cape Province.
The Service is required to follow the legislative frameworks of the National Health Act and applicable Regulations, as well as the Standards for the Practice of Blood Transfusion in South Africa. These frameworks follow the World Health Organisation’s position encouraging voluntary, non-remunerated blood donation, which maximizes the safety of the blood supply. It follows that there should be no expectation of significant financial (or other material) rewards for donating blood. The Blood Services in South Africa do however reward blood donors with token gifts to celebrate or recognise milestone donations. If you have a medical aid and you require a blood transfusion, your medical aid usually covers the costs in full. If you are admitted to a State Hospital, the State usually covers the cost of transfusion. If, however, you receive an account from us and you are a regular blood donor, the Service may reduce the amount for which you are personally liable. Each case is dealt with on a pro rata basis, depending on individual circumstances and the number of units donated.
Noluthando, I would like to discuss the matter further with you but unfortunately, I could not find any contact details. Would it be possible to send your details to me and I will contact you? You can e-mail me, Michelle Vermeulen at ***.
Dear Noluthando, I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Please allow us to explain the reasoning behind payment for blood.
The Western Province Blood Transfusion Service (WPBTS) is registered as a non-profit company, and is an independent, unsubsidised organisation entirely dependent on fees charged for blood and related services for the continuation of its life-saving work. The financial model is one of cost recovery. Although blood is donated by voluntary, non-remunerated donors, the costs of the collection, testing, processing, storage and distribution of the blood are significant. In addition, the administrative costs of providing a blood service, contribute to the expenses. In short, WPBTS has to recover all of the expenses of ensuring a safe and adequate blood supply for the Western Cape Province.
The Service is required to follow the legislative frameworks of the National Health Act and applicable Regulations, as well as the Standards for the Practice of Blood Transfusion in South Africa. These frameworks follow the World Health Organisation’s position encouraging voluntary, non-remunerated blood donation, which maximizes the safety of the blood supply. It follows that there should be no expectation of significant financial (or other material) rewards for donating blood. The Blood Services in South Africa do however reward blood donors with token gifts to celebrate or recognise milestone donations. If you have a medical aid and you require a blood transfusion, your medical aid usually covers the costs in full. If you are admitted to a State Hospital, the State usually covers the cost of transfusion. If, however, you receive an account from us and you are a regular blood donor, the Service may reduce the amount for which you are personally liable. Each case is dealt with on a pro rata basis, depending on individual circumstances and the number of units donated.
Noluthando, I would like to discuss the matter further with you but unfortunately, I could not find any contact details. Would it be possible to send your details to me and I will contact you? You can e-mail me, Michelle Vermeulen at ***.