(WXYZ) — The University of Michigan is going up against Ohio State University in a Blood Battle with the American Red Cross.

The 43rd annual Blood Battle between the two schools aims to bring in blood donations across both campuses.

Starting Wednesday, the University of Michigan's on-campus organization, Wolverines for Life, will encourage U-M fans to donate blood at any Red Cross site on the school's campus.

Those donations will count towards U-M's total pints donated during the battle.

University of Michigan kicks off 43rd annual Blood Battle against Ohio State University with the American Red Cross

“Approximately 29,000 units of red blood cells are needed daily in the U.S., and U-M Health needs 80-90 units daily to support transplants, trauma care, cancer treatments, and more,” Dr.

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