| Discretionary | A diagnosis of polycystic kidney disease does not necessarily prevent donation. If otherwise well, accept. |
| See if Relevant | Blood Pressure - High |
| Additional Information | Polycystic kidney disease is usually genetic. It varies markedly in its severity and many people will not run into problems until later in their lives. Before this happens, provided they are otherwise well, there is no reason why affected individuals should not donate. Often they will have higher haemoglobin concentrations than normal. |