South American Trypanosomiasis - plasmapheresis donors
For donors who will donate whole blood, platelets and other cellular components see South American Trypanosomiasis
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| Obligatory | Must not donate | | Additional Information | South American trypanosomiasis is caused by infection with a protozoal parasite, Trypanosoma cruzi. It is a persistent infection that is known to be transmitted by transfusion. At present there is no certain cure for the infection, so anyone who has ever been infected cannot donate. |
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| Excludes | This entry only applies for donors who will only donate plasma for fractionation. It should not be used for donors who will donate whole blood, platelets and other cellular components. | | Discretionary | Accept | | See if Relevant | The 'Geographical Disease Risk Index' | | Additional Information | The processes used to fractionate plasma include several measures that inactivate or remove T. cruzi parasites. This means that the Trypanosoma Cruzi risks described in the GDRI do not need to be applied for donors who will only donate plasma for fractionation. T. cruzi antibody testing is not required for these donors. |
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| Reason for change | This is a new entry. |
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WB-DSG Edition 203 Release 71