Can you give blood when on CD

Hedgehog

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I like to do my bit, and we normally have a group from work go to the blood bank and that time is coming around again, is it a problem to give when on CD?
 
Hi,

This is offical CD guidance:

The ‘Sole Source’ programme should not be followed for
one week preceding blood donation and for one week
after. In fact, a centre will refuse to take blood if
they know the donor is on a very low calorie diet,
because blood viscosity and volume are affected by the
‘Sole Source’ programme.

Linda

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Linda CD Counsellor
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Here is the thread on this subject you might find helpful?

http://www.minimins.com/cambridge-d...made-blood-donation-while-cambridge-diet.html
 
Thanks for that :) makes it clearer
 
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