Chiropody - Whole Blood and Components

Also known as: podiatry

Essential information

Obligatory

Must not donate if:

There are open wounds or infection.

Supporting information

See if relevant

• Infection, general

For fungal infection:

• Skin disease

Additional information

An unhealed wound or sore is a risk for bacteria entering the blood. Bacteria in blood can be a serious threat to anybody receiving blood, products made from it, or tissues. This is because the bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels during storage.

Reason for change:

'Additional Information' has been added together with a link to 'Infection - General' and 'Skin Disease'.

Version details:

WB-DSG Edition 203 Release 01 (01 June 2010)