He explained that the institute requires blood not only for the treatment of specific diseases within its areas of specialization, but also for other needs—such as for pregnant women undergoing cesarean sections, patients with multiple trauma, or individuals scheduled for complex surgery.

Blood is essential to reach plasma—which is closely linked to coagulation factors—as well as for preparing concentrates of red blood cells, platelets, and white blood cells, noted Roque, as quoted by the newspaper *Trabajadores*.

He emphasized the importance of recognizing donors and, above all, the need to encourage voluntary donations within communities and workplaces.

The Cuban physician stressed that a reserve of blood components is necessary for daily use to address complications that may arise within the institute’s areas of medical practice.

Donors, Roque pointed out, benefit from receiving a medical check-up and physical examination—a process that allows for the early detection of potential health issues.

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