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I Have CLL Can I Donate Blood

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West Jordan, UT
December 17, 2024
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People with CLL (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia) are generally not eligible to donate blood. This is because CLL is a blood cancer, and donating blood could potentially transmit abnormal cells to the recipient. Additionally, treatments or medications for CLL may also disqualify you from donating. Always consult your doctor or Show Full Answer

People with CLL (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia) are generally not eligible to donate blood. This is because CLL is a blood cancer, and donating blood could potentially transmit abnormal cells to the recipient. Additionally, treatments or medications for CLL may also disqualify you from donating. Always consult your doctor or local blood donation center for specific guidelines.

December 17, 2024
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

No donations allowed sorry….

January 11
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I talked to someone from a platelet facility about donating since I am in remission with CML. They said no platelet donation.
Red Cross said no donations would be allowed.

December 28, 2024
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Your doctor will say no more donations.....

December 27, 2024

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