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Donation Explained

Matching suitable stem cell donors to patients is at the heart of the DKMS mission. Follow our step-by-step guide to registering as a stem cell donor, potentially matching with a patient and, ultimately, making your donation.

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Search for a match
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Search for a match
We work closely with our potential donors to maintain an up-to-date register of tissue type profiles.
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Eligibility to register
Updating your donor profile
Fine typing for a patient enquiry
Donors with common HLA characteristics
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A potential match
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A potential match
If you are selected as a potential donor, we will confirm you are still willing to donate your stem cells.
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Your briefing call
Health questionnaire
Confirmatory typing: analysis of your tissue characteristics
How long does the path to donation take?
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Preparing to donate
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Preparing to donate
Everything you need to know as you get ready to donate your blood stem cells.
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Where can I make my donation?
Donor Handbook
Covering your costs as a donor
Preliminary health check and consent to donation
Preparing for the transplant
COVID-19 update for donors
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Stem cell donation
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Stem cell donation
There are two different ways to donate stem cells: peripheral stem cell donation, and bone marrow donation.
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Peripheral blood stem cell collection
Bone marrow donation
A guide to G-CSF self-administration
Potential second donations
Lymphocyte donation
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After donating
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After donating
After your stem cell donation, we ask you to take part in a donor follow-up to ensure your wellbeing.
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Long-term donor follow-up
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How is my patient?
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How is my patient?
After your donation, you may have questions about the recipient of your stem cells.
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How is my patient doing?
A letter from a lifesaver
A unique experience: meeting in person
Everyone grieves differently
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Search for a match
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A potential match
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Preparing to donate
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Stem cell donation
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After donating
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How is my patient?
Further information
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DKMS will arrange all examinations and treatments before you make your donation. We will organise your travel to and from the hospital collection centre and any accommodation that is needed.
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