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Do they check for HIV in your blood when you donate blood and do they notify you if it comes out positive?
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∙ 11y ago
YES. Communicable Diseases are a big issue in today's society and the CDC (Center for Disease Control) has regulation on this. By law they need to contact you. Whether they do it right away or wait a day or two is up to them but you will be contacted.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 11y agoCurrent FDA and /or AABB guidelines require that every blood donation (allogeneic and autologous) be screened for the following:
ABO, Rh Typing
Unexpected antibody screen (immunohematologic antibodies)
Hepatitis B surface antigen
Hepatitis B core antibodies
Hepatitis C antibodies
Serologic test for Syphilis
HIV-I/II antibodies
Human T-cell lymphotrophic virus (HTLV) antibodies
HIV-I Nucleic Acid Test (PCR)
HCV Nucleic Acid Test (PCR)
West Nile Virus Nucleic Acid Test (PCR)
Hepatitis B Nucleic Acid Testing (PCR)
T. Cruzi antibodies (Chagas' Disease)
Bacterial Screening of Platelet components
Additional tests may be preformed at the discretion of the collection facility, such as Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Antibodies and Sickle Cell screening.
If any test is repeat reactive, it must be further tested using a licensed confirmatory test, if one exists. Any reactive donation is discarded per local and state regulations. FDA guidelines also require that all blood collection facilities notify the donor of any unexpected screening test results within eight weeks of donation. However, most will notify within 4 weeks, usually by USPS 1st Class mail (or certified/restricted delivery if specified).
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∙ 11y agoFDA guidelines require all blood collection facilities to notify a donor of any unexpected testing results with eight weeks. However, most will contact the donor within 2-4 weeks, usually by USPS 1st. Class mail.
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∙ 13y agoYes, each donation is sampled and tested for a variety of different diseases. However, you cannot rely on a plasma donation center to notify you of your HIV status. It is responsible to be tested on your own to know your status.
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∙ 9y agoBlood donations are tested for HIV, but not herpes. Herpes isn't spread by blood. If an infection is found, the blood bank will try to make contact.
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You are 15 and 3 months to go for 16 can you donate blood?
In USA you can't donate blood until you are 17. check the blood donation rules in your country :).
How much is a pint of ab negative blood worth?
The value of a blood type is determined by the location and place you donate. Check with local blood banks and donating facilities in your area to determine how much you will be paid to donate.
How can I find out what blood type am I?
To find out your blood type you may go to the doctors to donate blood or if you need it for medical reasons the doctor can check your blood type on the spot.
How do I check what blood type I have?
You can determine your blood type easily by having a simple blood test done. You can have this test done at your local physician's office. Your blood will also be typed when you donate blood.
How can ones blood type be determined?
They can actually check your blood type when you donate, and they need all types, so there is really no reason to only donate because you have a certain type. However, your doctor can do a test to let you know what your type is.
Where can I find my blood type?
You can call you doctor to see if this information is on file. If not, go in for a physical. Also, the blood bank where you donate can and will check your blood type, so you can just ask them.
Is there a way to check which blood type I have?
I believe that Red Cross will be able to identify your blood type when you decide to donate or you can check with your own doctor to find out ahead of time. It is always a good idea to know your blood type in case of an emergency.
While taking spironolactone for hair growth can one donate plasma?
I just went to donate plasma for the first time today and I am taking spironolactone. The doctor told me that spironolactone is a diuretic and thins your blood and so in conjunction with the blood thinners they use in the donation process, it is not safe to donate. So I will not be allowed to donate until 48 hours after I have stopped taking spironolactone.
Who can donate blood in Canada?
only o i believe, but o can go to ANY other blood type. :) hope this helps but u might wanna check mi answer. sry if its wrong. jus tryna helpp. :D
How do you use blood plasma in a sentence?
Blood plasma is the clear fluid that carries the blood cells. Here are some sentences.You can donate blood plasma at the blood bank.We will check your blood plasma to see if you have any diseases.Blood plasma contains red and white blood cells and platelets.
If you have a tattoo and then have it removed can you donate blood again?
Yes, provided that both the tattoo and its removal have respected strict hygiene procedures. And ONLY after a preemptive check.
Who normally decides if you need a blood test?
Generally, clinicians and physicians (any type of general practitioner) determine whether you need a blood test if you show signs and symptoms prompting them to check for something particular in the blood. It is also a standard procedure for annual check-ups, and can be requested by blood drives if you wish to volunteer to donate blood.
