Obligatory | Must not donate if: |
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 led to it being diagnosed, waiting six months from recovery will make it unlikely that it will be passed on by donation. |
Reason for Change | To clarify that testing is not mandatory and that absence of a test is not a cause for deferral. |
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TDSG-CB Edition 203, Release 41