Whole blood and components
The Whole Blood and Components Donor Selection Guidelines (WB-DSG) form a constituent part of chapter 3 of the Guidelines for the Blood Transfusion and Tissue Transplantation Services in the UK.
They apply to donors giving whole blood or blood components, including red cells, platelets, plasma and granulocytes, and are for healthcare professionals trained in their use.
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Using these guidelines
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Source files
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Drugs and platelet donation
View the index of drugs that can alter platelet function and may require a donor deferral
Appendices
Appendix 1
Estimated blood volume for female donors
Appendix 2
Immunisations
Appendix 3
Maximum permitted extracorporeal volume
Appendix 4
Management of post donation illness
Latest updates
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| 12-2026 | Mosquito-borne viruses (PDF only, 454KB) | 11 August 2026 |
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| 13-2026 | Kidney and bladder disease (PDF only, 455KB) | 11 August 2026 |
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| 17-2026 | Eligibility of blood donors undergoing acupuncture (PDF only, 287KB) | 11 August 2026 |
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| 18-2026 | Chikungunya vaccination (PDF only, 146KB) | 11 August 2026 |
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| 19-2026 | Donation prior to hazardous activities (PDF only, 199KB) | 11 August 2026 |
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