UK Blood Transfusion & Tissue Transplantation Services
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Spina Bifida

Obligatory
Must not donate if:
a) Has an indwelling shunt.

b) Uses a catheter.

c) Has a pressure sore.
See if Relevant
Additional Information
All of the conditions under 'Obligatory' put the potential donor at increased risk of bacteria being present in the blood stream. Bacteria can be a serious threat to anybody receiving blood or blood components. This is because they can multiply to dangerous levels after collection.
Update Information
This entry was last updated in:
DSG-WB Edition 203, Release 01.
Reason for Change
A link to 'Surgery' and 'Additional Information' has been added.
Donor Information
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Please do not contact this web site for personal medical queries, as we are not in a position to provide individual answers.