| Also Known As | Von Recklinghausen's disease. |
| Obligatory | Must not donate if: History of malignant change. |
| Discretionary | Otherwise accept. |
| See if Relevant | Blood Pressure - High Epilepsy Malignancy |
| Additional Information | Neurofibromatosis is an inherited condition that causes tumours (swellings) on nerve tissue. These tumours are usually not cancerous but occasionally may become malignant. If they are in the brain they may cause epilepsy. |
| Information | Part of this entry is a requirement of the Blood Safety and Quality Regulations 2005. |
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