Influenza

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Acceptability at Recruitment

ACCEPTABLE

Acceptability at CT / Work-Up

QUALIFIED

Individual at Risk

Recipient

Explanation of Condition

Three distinct types of influenza infection need to be considered separately: seasonal influenza, pandemic influenza and avian influenza. This guidance applies only to seasonal influenza.

Seasonal influenza in the UK normally extends over a period of approximately 16 weeks during the winter months. Due to the spectrum of disease presentation, only the minority of infected individuals are tested for respiratory viruses during the annual epidemics, and most cases are diagnosed clinically. Systemic infection with viraemia is not a feature of seasonal influenza.

Donors recovering from seasonal influenza may be considered for donation following review by the Designated Medical Officer to confirm that the donor is fit enough to undergo the donation process.

Guidance

Acceptable if at least one week from complete recovery or completion of antiviral therapy, whichever is the later.

See also Immunisation if donor has been vaccinated.

Pseudonyms or Related Conditions

Flu

Version

Version 1, Edition 1

Date of Last Update

15th June 2012