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Can i still donate blood if i'm required to take vitamins b12 and d?

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Dr. Lee Drinkard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Oncology

No: Most blood banks will not permitt blood donation for patients with vitamin deficiencies. Please contact your local blood bank for more details.

Answered 12/9/2013

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