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A person when voluntarily gives his or her blood to be used for patients in need of blood transfusion is called blood donation. Before donating blood, the donor is screened for all possible diseases like HIV and hepatitis to prevent transmission. The donor's hemoglobin level is also tested to know if it is safe for the person to donate blood.

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How can I manage my fatigue after blood donation at age 50?

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Do I need tests or an evaluation for high hemoglobin levels?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per the normal values, a hemoglobin level of 17.

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What are the risks and complications after blood transfusion?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Blood transfusion is needed when the person loses blood due to accidents or for some medical conditions like anemia.

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Can I donate blood if my Hb value is high?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Yes, your hemoglobin value is high and needs to be investigated.Let me know if your hematocrit values were checked. If it is high as well, the condition is polycythemia.

I donate blood frequently. My hemoglobin level has come down. What am I to do?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hemoglobin (Hb) level does not drop down during your periods unless you have abnormally excessive bleeding. It could be a result of frequent blood donation.

How to correct excess red blood cells in the body?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.It is not very much elevated, but borderline and not a matter of worry. Do you smoke? If yes, then needs to stop it.

Can a person with high blood pressure donate blood?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I respect your concern about blood donation. Definitely yes.

What precautions are to be taken after donating blood in diarrhea?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, someone has donated blood while suffering from diarrhea.

Which tests are necessary to assess eligibility for blood donation?

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Is sharing squeeze balls in blood donation a risk for blood transmission?

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