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If i had sepsis in the past can i donate blood?
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Should be able to: When you go to donate, you will have i fill out paperwork and a questionnaire. If you pass, you can donate blood.
Answered 9/18/2019
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Yes: Unless you have hepatitisb or c, hiv, or another chronic viral infection, you can donate blood.
Answered 7/6/2012
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