The American Red Cross is a US humanitarian organization that also operates a major blood donation and distribution network supporting hospitals and transfusion services. Its biomedical services work links donor recruitment, collection operations, and logistics for blood components.

Blood and public health services

The organization coordinates blood drives, processes donations, and distributes products used in routine care and emergency situations, supporting clinical supply continuity.

Operational footprint

Red Cross programs are delivered through regional networks and partnerships, with standardized procedures intended to maintain safety, traceability, and readiness during spikes in demand.