Obligatory | 1. Must not donate if: |
Discretionary | a) If the intravenous or subcutaneous human immunoglobulin was given before 1980, accept. |
See | If treated with intravenous or subcutaneous human immunoglobulin: |
See if Relevant | Hepatitis A - 4. Immunization |
Additional Information | Immunoglobulin used before 1980 is unlikely to be affected by vCJD (a prion associated disease). |
Information | This entry reflects guidance from the former Committee on the Microbiological Safety of Blood Tissues and Organs of the Department of Health. |
Reason for change | To allow acceptance of donors who have received intravenous prophylactic immunoglobulin. |
Donor Information | If you wish to obtain more information regarding a personal medical issue please contact your National Help Line. |
This entry was last updated in:
DSG-WB Edition 203, Release 33.