Question

Which health parameters of blood donor should be checked? <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> [Textbook Question 7 pg no.82]

Answer 1

There are several health parameters that should be checked before donating blood. These are:

• Age: The donor should be between 18-65 years old and before and after this age a person should not be allowed to donate blood.
• Weight: A person should weigh a minimum of 50 kg and underweight individuals should not be allowed as they can become weak or feel dizzy after donation.
• Haemoglobin level: It should lie between normal ranges as abnormal levels may indicate some kind of ailment and such individuals should be avoided from donating blood.
• Medical condition: Individuals suffering from heart diseases or lung diseases should be excluded.
• HIV infected people, people having anaemia, cancer, diabete should be avoided.
• Pregnant women should also refrain from donating blood.