Blood is a precious commodity with a limited shelf life.· Red Blood cells must be used within 42 days.· Platelets must be used within 5 days.· Plasma can be frozen and used for up to one year.·Please help Community Blood Center to insure that this preciouse commodity is being·adequately provided to our local hospital patients.· Donate blood at the upcoming Blood Drive held in Fr. Porter Hall.· You may also contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it