UCLA Blood and Platelet Center - Ackerman Union
What services can you find at UCLA Blood and Platelet Center - Ackerman Union?
- Plasma Donation
- Blood Donation
- Platelet Donation
- Walk-in Appointments
- Phone Appointments
- Private Donation Rooms
- Comfortable Donation Chairs
- Personal TV with Headphones for Platelet Donations
- AppleTV for Movie Watching during Donations
- Incentives for Donations (Movie Tickets, Comp Time for UCLA Employees)
- Free Parking for Donors
📍 Where can you find UCLA Blood and Platelet Center - Ackerman Union?
Situated on the second floor of Ackerman Union at UCLA, the UCLA Blood and Platelet Center offers a clean and convenient space for blood donation. With easy appointment scheduling over the phone and options for walk-ins, donors can expect to spend about 30-40 minutes for blood donation and around two hours for platelet donation. The center provides comfy chairs and private rooms, ensuring a relaxed environment. Donors can enjoy personal TVs with headphones for entertainment during their platelet sessions.
Incentives such as movie tickets and comp time for UCLA employees make donating even more rewarding. The friendly staff are dedicated to creating a pleasant experience, emphasizing that every donation saves lives, especially with the support of UCLA Ronald Reagan's level 1 trauma center. Free parking adds to the convenience, making it effortless to roll up a sleeve and contribute to a vital cause.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 AM–5 PM | 8 AM–5 PM | 8 AM–5 PM | 8 AM–5 PM | 8 AM–5 PM | Closed | Closed |
📢 What do customers say about UCLA Blood and Platelet Center - Ackerman Union?
 Good Points |  Complaints |
|---|---|
| Exceptional cleanliness and convenience of location on the UCLA campus. | Limited operating hours, closed on weekends. |
| Easy appointment scheduling via phone and walk-in options available. | Platelet donation takes a longer time (about 2 hours) compared to blood donation. |
| Quick donation process, taking only 30-40 minutes for blood donation. | Potential wait times during busy periods, especially for walk-ins. |
| Comfortable chairs and private rooms for a pleasant donation experience. | |
| Personal TVs with headphones and AppleTV for platelet donors to enjoy movies during the process. | |
| Incentives such as movie tickets and comp time for UCLA employees encourage donations. | |
| Friendly and supportive staff create a welcoming atmosphere. | |
| Free parking available for donors. |