JPAC Joint United Kingdom (UK) Blood Transfusion and Tissue Transplantation Services Professional Advisory Committee

Ankylosing Spondylitis

Obligatory1. Eyes.
Must not donate if:

Active uveitis.

2. Cardiovascular Tissue.
Must not donate if:

The cardiovascular system is involved.
Additional InformationAnkylosing spondylitis can affect the eyes, heart valves and the major artery of the body (aorta).
SeeAutoimmune Disease
Reason for ChangeMinor changes have been made and a link to 'Autoimmune Disease' added.

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