Obligatory | 1. Must not donate if:
a) Symptomatic or requires treatment
b) The donor is undergoing investigation
c) The donor has a history of an arrhythmia (eg Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Supraventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia) even if their symptoms have now settled.
2. In other cases:
Refer to a 'Designated Clinical Support Officer'.
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Discretionary | 1. Donors with a previous history of an arrhythmia triggered by a non-cardiac medical condition which has now been treated (eg thyrotoxicosis), refer to a DCSO.
2. Donors who have been treated by ablation therapy for Supraventricular Tachycardia (including Wolff-Parkinson White Syndrome), refer to a DCSO.
3. Donors with a history of palpitations where the donor has been assessed clinically and a cardiac cause has been excluded, see the entry for ‘Palpitations’
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See if Relevant | Cardiovascular Disease
Palpitations |
Additional Information | Some heart irregularities may be made worse by giving blood. This includes a risk that donation could trigger a recurrence in someone with a history of a previous arrhythmia. In cases where the donor’s eligibility is not clear, DCSO referral ensures further information can be sought regarding their condition. |
Information | This is a requirement of the Blood Safety and Quality Regulations 2005. |
Reason for change | This entry has been revised to refer to the new entry for Palpitations and to clarify the obligatory and discretionary criteria. |
Donor Information | If you wish to obtain more information regarding a personal medical issue please contact your National Help Line.
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