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I have tattoo on my left hand. can i donate blood to someone else? my blood group is o+ve.
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Rules vary: In us a tattoo results in a one year deferral.
Answered 10/25/2016
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Yes: Yes if your blood test is okay. They do check to see if your blood has defects.
Answered 4/1/2013
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