Dos and don'ts for blood donors Here is a list of ideal donors and those who may be deferred temporarily or permanently from donating blood. Those who can donate blood should: - Be residents of the UAE
- Be between the ages of 17 and 60
- Have a minimum weight of 45kg
- Not have donated blood in the last 90 days
- Not be suffering from any infectious diseases, influenza or taking antibiotics
Those who can never donate their blood are: - Hepatitis B and C patients
- HIV positive patients
- Diabetics who are insulin or pill dependent. However, those who can control sugar levels through diet and exercise can donate
- Alcoholics and drug addicts
Temporary deferrals on people who: When you visit a camp for donation, you should have: - Had plenty of fluids
- Eaten nutritious food
- Had a good night's sleep
- Refrained from smoking or drinking
At the centre, they'll register you as a donor, take a quick medical history, do a medical examination, get you to donate and finally provide you with a place for brief rest and some refreshments to replenish your energy. After donation - You must continue to lie on the bed with your feet raised above the level of your body for ten minutes
- Leave the bandage on for four hours
- Drink extra fluids for the next three days, especially the first four hours after donation
- Have a protein-rich diet and rest, which means not taking extra stress of work or driving
After donation - You must continue to lie on the bed with your feet raised above the level of your body for ten minutes
- Leave the bandage on for four hours
- Drink extra fluids for the next three days, especially the first four hours after donation
- Have a protein-rich diet and take adequate rest, which means not taking extra stress of work or driving a vehicle
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