To donate blood you should:
- Be in good health.
- Be at least 17 years of age. Provided you are in good health the upper age limit is 65.
- Weigh at least 50kg (110 pounds).
You can donate blood every 90 days. We accept blood only from volunteer donors.
If you are in good health but take medications or have a chronic health condition, such as asthma, high blood presser or diabetes, please refer to our trained personnel to determine your eligibility by calling +971 4 219 3221/3389. Donor eligibility is determined at the time of donation.
You are not eligible to donate blood frequently if you:
- Have ever used self-injected drugs (non-prescription).
- Have ever had hepatitis B or hepatitis C.
- Are in a high-risk group for AIDS.
- Are a diabetic on medication.
You are not eligible to donate blood if you:
- Are sick (cold, flu, sore throat or diarrhoea).
- Have taken antibiotics within the last five days.
- Have had dental work within the last three days.
- Are anemic (Iron Def. Anaemia).
- Are pregnant.
- Have had any ear/body piercings, or have had a tattoo, within the last year.
Other criteria that will be assessed at the time of donation are:
Hemoglobin, travel history, blood disorders, medications, hepatitis and HIV Risks. These can be found in the Donor Medical History Questionnaire.