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I have issues with protein and calcium deficiencies from time to time. am i not allowed to donate blood?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Depends on specifics: Depends on the condition(-s) leading to the protein and calcium issues. Would suggest you check the Red Cross eligibility pages to see if your diagnosis is listed: http://www.redcrossblood.org/donating-blood/eligibility-requirements IF no specific help there, can call the # provided with questions.

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Answered 7/5/2014

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A member asked:

I have issues with protein and calcium deficiencies from time to time. am i not allowed to donate blood?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Villanueva and another doctor agreed

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