Hereditary spherocytosis - Cord Blood

Essential information

Obligatory

1. Must not donate if:
   Either parent has significant haemolysis.
2. Inform Transplant Centre if:
   Cells are from a infant with/or at risk of hereditary spherocytosis.

Discretionary

Even if a parent has significant haemolysis, if the cord blood is tested for the condition and the infant is shown to be unaffected, accept.

Supporting information

Additional information

Hereditary spherocytosis is a variably inherited but usually dominant condition. Suitability as a donor should be discussed with a Designated Medical Officer.

Reason for change:

The entry has been brought into line with the guideline for 'Hereditary Elliptocytosis'.

Version details:

CB-DSG Edition 203 Release 02 (11 December 2007)