| Definition | Cisgender (cis) describes someone whose gender identity is the same as the sex they were assigned at birth. Transgender (trans) describes someone whose gender is not the same as, or does not sit comfortably with, the sex they were assigned at birth. |
| Obligatory | Assessment of the donor suitability should be according to the gender assigned at the time of donation. |
| Discretionary | Obtain history and refer to designated medical officer if necessary. |
| See if Relevant | |
| Additional Information | Consideration should be given to the medications used during gender re-assignment. An individual risk assessment is required with regard to potential effects on the donor, donated material and any potential risk to the recipient. |
| Reason for Change | This entry was revised to support the implementation of the FAIR III report; the additional information section has been revised to reflect the circumstances of tissue and cell donations. |
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TDSG-DD Edition 203, Release 57