Sign up to donate blood with Vitalant! One of the many benefits of blood donation is the “mini-physical” you receive every time you donate. Vitalant staff take your vitals (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) and measure the level of your hemoglobin to ensure it’s high enough for you to safely give blood. After your donation, Vitalant shares your blood type, total cholesterol results and your vitals with you in your confidential donor account.