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Why do you have to wait a year or 12 months to donate blood if you have a tattoo?
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∙ 8y ago
According to the American Red Cross Blood Donor Eligibility page, you have to wait 12 months only if you received the tattoo in an unlicensed tattoo facility. If you received the tattoo in a state-licensed tattoo facility (using sterile needles, not reusing ink), then then there is no deferral. This requirement is related to concerns about hepatitis and other blood-born diseases.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 14y agoWell simply put , it's so they can be sure you didn't contract something from the piercing or tattoo ( HIV, Meningitis, Hepatitis, Tetanus, Staphylococcus ). It's a policy that's not very accurate or effective but it is a policy none the less.
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Is it True you cannot donate blood after you get a tattoo?
Yes, you have to wait 12 months after getting tattooed to give blood.
How long do you have to wait to donate blood if you just got a tattoo?
4 Months... Some blood donor groups recommend a year.
Can you give blood if you have recently had a tattoo?
No, you usually have to wait a few months. When you try to donate, they might ask you if you've had any piercings or tattoos in the past like 3 months.
How long do you have to wait to give blood after getting a tattoo?
12 months
How many months must pass after getting a tattoo in order to donate blood?
The typical waiting period is 12 months after receiving a tattoo. Even in areas where tattoo businesses are regularly inspected through the Health Department it is generally a good practice to still wait. The reason for this waiting period is to ensure the potential donor is free from any blood borne pathogens which could be passed on with the use of unsanitary equipment.
Can you give blood after 7 months from getting a peirding?
Yes you can, i asked how long you have to wait till you give blood after getting a peircing....and they said 6-7 months:) if you got a tattoo you have to wait a year.
How long after getting a tattoo can you donate blood?
According to the American Red Cross Blood Donor Eligibility page, there is a 12-month deferral if you received the tattoo in an unlicensed tattoo facility. But if you received the tattoo in a state-licensed tattoo facility (using sterile needles, not reusing ink), then then there is no deferral.
Can you donate blood while on Cipro Ciprofloxacin?
You need to wait 24 hours after taking your last dose in order to donate blood.
You want to get a tattoo on top of your new tattoo how long should you wait?
at least 2 months, the longer the better.
How much time should you wait to donate more blood after you've already donated blood?
you should wait 6 weeks
How long should you wait to have a tattoo after having a baby?
about 3 to 4 months after you have the baby
Why do you have to wait a year to give blood after getting a tattoo?
Because the ink from a tattoo is still in your bloodstream for up to a year after it is completed.
