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Can i donate blood if i have hepatitis b?
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No: That is an absolute contraindication. There are pre-screening questions that need to be answered prior to donating. They of course also check donated blood for usual infections such as hep b, hep c and hiv. Since you already know that you have hep b, i wouldn't even bother.
Answered 3/23/2013
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