Infection, Acute

Acceptability at Recruitment

ACCEPTABLE

Acceptability at CT / Work-Up

QUALIFIED

Individual at Risk

Donor / Recipient

Explanation of Condition

Many infections can be spread by donated material. It is important that the donor does not pose a risk of giving an infection to a recipient. Waiting two weeks from when the infection is better and seven days from completing systemic antibiotic, anti-fungal or anti-viral treatment makes it much less likely that there will still be a risk of the infection being passed on.

There is no evidence that cold sores, genital herpes and common upper respiratory infections can be passed on through blood products but it is still necessary to wait until any such infection is getting better before allowing donation.

Unusual bacterial/fungal/protozoal infections

Specialist microbiological advice should be sought when considering using cells and tissues from donors who have had unusual infections in the past, including those acquired outside of Western Europe. This should include infections common in immune-compromised patients, or infections which lie dormant or may be difficult to eradicate.

Guidance

Acceptable if more than two weeks from full recovery, and at least one week from completing systemic antibiotics.

Unacceptable if currently infected.

Discretionary;

Common viral respiratory tract infections such as colds, sore throats and seasonal influenza, if recovering, accept. See additional information. Cold sores, genital herpes: accept.

See if relevant:

Viral Haemorrhagic Fever

Herpes simplex virus

Influenza

MRSA