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

Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency

Obligatory1. Must not donate if:
Severe.

2. If accepted, must inform:
Anaesthetist.
Transplant Centre.
Additional InformationThis is an autosomal recessive red cell enzyme deficiency that is variable in its severity. Suitability as a donor should be discussed with a Designated Medical Officer.
Reason for ChangeThe entry has been brought into line with the guideline for 'G6PD Deficiency'.

Update Information

This entry was last updated in
TDSG-BM Edition 203, Release 02