Raynaud's syndrome - Tissue - live donors

Essential information

Obligatory

If linked to an underlying autoimmune disease, see Autoimmune disease.

Discretionary

Accept if:

1. There is no known underlying cause,
   OR
2. The underlying condition is known, and it is:
   1. Not autoimmune in nature,
      AND
   2. Not a cause for deferral.

Refer to Designated Clinical Support Officer for advice if required.

Supporting information

See if relevant

• Autoimmune disease

Additional information

There are two distinct types of Raynaud’s syndrome:

1. Primary Raynaud’s disease where there is no known underlying cause. This form is more common and mild.
2. Secondary Raynaud’s where the Raynaud’s syndrome is linked to a known underlying disease (often autoimmune). This may also be called ‘Raynaud’s phenomenon’. If linked to underlying conditions other than autoimmune disease, case-by-case assessment within the given context is required.

Reason for change:

Obligatory guidance updated, and discretionary guidance and supporting information added, to provide additional detail and clarity.

Version:

Raynaud's syndrome

Version details:

TL-DSG Edition 203 Release 64 (6 October 2026)