| Obligatory | Must not donate if: Has an indwelling shunt. |
| See if Relevant | Neurosurgery Spina Bifida |
| Additional Information | Indwelling shunts can be a source of bacterial infection. This can be present without symptoms. Bacteria can be a serious threat to anybody receiving blood or blood components. This is because bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels after collection. |
| Reason for change | 'Additional Information' has been added. |
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