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# Toxoplasmosis - Whole blood and components

## Essential information

Obligatory

  Must not donate if:

  Less than 6 months from recovery.

## Supporting information

Additional information

  This is a common parasitic infection, often spread by cat faeces or eating undercooked meat. It can be spread through transfusion. It may have serious consequences or even prove fatal for the recipient. Usually it does not cause symptoms, as the body's immune system easily overcomes the parasite. If the infection has caused symptoms that has lead to it being diagnosed, waiting 6 months from recovery will make it unlikely that it will be passed on by donation.

Regulatory information

  This entry is a requirement of the Blood Safety and Quality Regulations 2005.

Reason for change:
  Entry has been simplified following a risk assessment.
Version details:

  WB-DSG Edition 203 Release 12 (29 June 2012)

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