Restrictions on blood donations relevant to dermatology.

Restrictions on blood donations relevant to dermatology.
Dermatol Online J. 2018 Apr 15;24(4):
Authors: Al-Dabagh A, Feldman S
Abstract
Over 36,000 units of blood are transfused every day in the US. With nearly 40% of the population eligible to donate, we may frequently treat potential blood donors. We reviewed the American Red Cross and World Health Organization's restrictions on blood donation. Multiple drugs used, and diseases treated in dermatology, are associated with blood donation restrictions. Understanding these restrictions may help us better educate our patients.
PMID: 29905997 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Dermatol Online J - April 15, 2018 Category: Dermatology Authors: Al-Dabagh A, Feldman S Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: research