Radiation therapy - Whole blood and components

Essential information

Obligatory

1. Must not donate if:
   For malignancy other than basal cell carcinoma.
   
   
2. For other treatments:
   Refer to a Designated Clinical Support Officer.

Discretionary

1. If fully recovered and is acceptable according to immunosuppression advice, accept.
   
   
2. If for basal cell carcinoma or ductal carcinoma in situ of the breast, all treatment has been completed, the donor has been discharged from follow-up and is eligible under the Malignancy entry, accept.

Supporting information

See if relevant

• Autoimmune disease
• Immunodeficiency
• Malignancy

Additional information

Radiation therapy is sometimes used for non-malignant conditions, particularly for some skin conditions. It is often used as a substitute for other treatments that work by suppressing the immune system such as high dose steroids and cytotoxic drugs. More information is likely to be required before a decision can be made as to if an individual can donate. This why a referral to a Designated Clinical Support Officer is required.

Reason for change:

Link updated from 'Immunosuppression' to 'Immunodeficiency' in the 'See if Relevant' section.

Version details:

WB-DSG Edition 203 Release 73 (07 October 2024)