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Is it safe to give blood with mitochodria myopathy muscular dystrophy?
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S Yes but: It is a genetic not transmitted disorder which is quite rare, but unfortunately many genetic disorders though not transmitted except possibly to offspring are often refused as donors at most blood banks. I know, because I have one (hemochromatosis). It`s no reflection on you.
Answered 3/28/2015
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