Age
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New donors between the age of 16-60 years (before 61st Birthday)
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16- to 17-year-old donors
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Regular donors may be accepted up to 70 years (before 71st Birthday)
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Lapsed donors (i.e., Those donors who have not donated in the previous year/s) who are over 60 years old.
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Accept as potential blood donor.
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Written parental consent is required.
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Subject to evaluation by Medical Officer, Nurse Phlebotomist
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Subject to evaluation by medical officer, Nurse Phlebotomist
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Weight
At least 50kg or 110 lbs
Pulse Rate
Between 60 to 100 beats/minute, Regular Rhythm
Blood Pressure
Systolic Pressure shall not exceed 160mm Hg
Diastolic Pressure shall not exceed 100 mm Hg
Frequency of Donation
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Males
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Females
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up to four (4) standard whole blood maybe taken per year
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up to six (6) standard whole blood may be taken per year
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Hazardous Occupations/ Hobbies
Piloting an aircraft
Driving a bus or train
Operating a crane and other heavy equipment
Climbing of ladder, scaffolding, coconut tree.
Gliding and climbing
Interval of NOT LESS than 12 hours of
rest between donation and returning to
occupations and hobbies.
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Piloting an aircraft
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Driving a bus or train
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Operating a crane and other heavy equipment
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Climbing of ladder, scaffolding, coconut tree,
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Gliding and climbing
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Interval of NOT LESS than 12 hours of rest between donation and returning to occupations and hobbies.
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Diet
A well-balanced meal is recommended within four (4) hours before donation.
Health
In general, good health.
Identification
Maybe verified with valid identification (Driver’s License, PRC card, voter’s ID etc).