Kuiz blood donation process - Dr Rashidah with WIDAD

Which of the following statements are FALSE for apheresis blood donation?

• Donated Whole blood at least once within 6/12

• Weight less than 55kg

• Existing regular blood donor

• Good palpating vein

Donation should be completed between ___ minutes for Whole blood.

• 60-80

• 5-15

Which answer is NOT an adverse donor reaction?

• Hematoma

• Vasovagal attack

• Increase appetite

• Arterial /nerve injury

• Citrate toxicity

Which of the following statements is NOT ELIGIBLE for blood donation?

• Obesity

• Sleep more than 8 hours

• Fasting

• Antibiotic more than 2 weeks

• Blood pressure 155/99 mmHg

Answer explanation

You still can donate if you are fasting, provided that you took late "sahoor" and donate before 9am .

Can a donor donate Whole blood within 8 week?

• True

• False

Normal level of hemoglobin for female is ≥ ___ g/dl

Normal level of hemoglobin for male is ≥ ___ g/dl

Mrs S just delivered a baby via uneventful LSCS about 7 months ago. She is breastfeeding (not exclusive) and her baby has started weaning successfully. Is she eligible to donate blood?

• Yes

• No

Answer explanation

Post LSCS - more than 6 months

Not exclusive breastfeeding

Is a smoker/vaper eligible for blood donation?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

During Ramadhan, can a fasting regular donor donate blood after 10am in blood bank center?

• Yes

• No