Anaemia - Tissue - Deceased Donors
Essential information
- Obligatory
- Discretionary
- History of anaemia:
This must be assessed regarding its cause, current status and what treatment has been received. - Iron deficiency:
If not under investigation or on treatment and the underlying cause is not a reason to exclude, accept. - Other types:
Accept or exclude according to the guidelines. - In other cases:
Refer to a Designated Medical Officer.
- History of anaemia:
Supporting information
- See if relevant
If treated with blood components or products, or by plasma exchange or filtration:
- Additional information
People with severe long-standing anaemia may have abnormal structural bone. This may not be suitable for grafting.
There are special rules for people who have received blood components or blood products.
- Reason for change:
- A link to 'Transfusion' has been added.
- Version details:
TD-DSG Edition 203 Release 02 (01 November 2007)