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Could a person donate blood with a deficiency?
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Depends on issue: American Red Cross website keeps listing of medications and conditions that result in deferral. Check for your specific situation here: http://www.redcrossblood.org/donating-blood/eligibility-requirements
Answered 7/5/2014
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