Can you donate today?
Tick what’s true. Nothing is stored — this is just so you don’t make the trip for nothing.
When you should wait
Recent illness, fever or antibiotics
Wait until you have finished the course and been symptom-free. An infection in the donor is an infection in the unit.
Major or minor surgery
Deferral length depends on the procedure. Tell the desk what you had and when — exact windows: client to confirm.
Hepatitis or jaundice, ever
Declare it. A history of hepatitis is a permanent deferral in most Pakistani banks.
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Please do not donate while pregnant or nursing. Your iron is already working for two.