Eligibility Checklist

Are you 17 years old or older?

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I am 17 years old or older.

Unfortunately you are not able to donate blood just yet. But you can still get involved in saving lives, and learn more about when you can start donating.

I am 17 years old or older.
Have you had a tattoo or piercing in the last three months?

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I have not had a tattoo or piercing in the last three months.

Unfortunately, you are not able to donate blood right now. Learn more about when you will be able to start saving lives. In the meantime, ever thought of becoming a volunteer?

I have not had a tattoo or piercing in the last three months.
Have you travelled outside of Canada, the U.S., Antarctica or Europe in the last 3 weeks?

Note: Some countries have a waiting period of 21 days or longer. If you travelled to a malaria-risk area, the wait may be longer. Please call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or tap More Information below to check travel eligibility criteria. If you’ve had malaria more than 6 months ago or are in the waiting period to donate whole blood or platelets because of travel to a malaria-risk country, you may be eligible to donate source plasma. More information.

I have not travelled outside of Canada, the U.S., Antarctica or Europe in the last 3 weeks.

Note: Some countries have a waiting period of 21 days or longer. If you travelled to a malaria-risk area, the wait may be longer. Please call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or tap More Information below to check travel eligibility criteria. If you’ve had malaria more than 6 months ago or are in the waiting period to donate whole blood or platelets because of travel to a malaria-risk country, you may be eligible to donate source plasma. More information.

Depending on what countries you have visited and for how long, you may be able to donate blood. Learn more about whether you can donate.

I have not travelled outside of Canada, the U.S., Antarctica or Europe in the last 3 weeks.

Note: Some countries have a waiting period of 21 days or longer. If you travelled to a malaria-risk area, the wait may be longer. Please call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or tap More Information below to check travel eligibility criteria. If you’ve had malaria more than 6 months ago or are in the waiting period to donate whole blood or platelets because of travel to a malaria-risk country, you may be eligible to donate source plasma. More information.
Have you received any of the following dental care recently?

Dental cleaning, filling, brace adjustment or crown restoration on the same day of your donation appointment

Dental extraction, root canal or dental/gum surgery within 72 hours of your donation appointment

Bone or gum graft that was not from your own body within 12 months of your donation appointment

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In some cases, you might be eligible to donate. Please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit our eligibility page to learn more about dental waiting periods.

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I have not received any of the following dental care recently:

Dental cleaning, filling, brace adjustment or crown restoration on the same day of your donation appointment

Dental extraction, root canal or dental/gum surgery within 72 hours of your donation appointment

Bone or gum graft that was not from your own body within 12 months of your donation appointment

NOTE:

In some cases, you might be eligible to donate. Please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit our eligibility page to learn more about dental waiting periods.

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You are not able to donate blood right now, but you can still book your appointment after the required time has passed. Learn more about other eligibility criteria.
I have not received any of the following dental care recently:

Dental cleaning, filling, brace adjustment or crown restoration on the same day of your donation appointment

Dental extraction, root canal or dental/gum surgery within 72 hours of your donation appointment

Bone or gum graft that was not from your own body within 12 months of your donation appointment

NOTE:

In some cases, you might be eligible to donate. Please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit our eligibility page to learn more about dental waiting periods.

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Are you pregnant, have been pregnant or had a baby in the last six months?

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I am not pregnant, have not recently been pregnant or given birth in the last six months.

You are not able to donate blood right now, find out more about when you can start. If you are pregnant, you could be eligible to donate your baby's cord blood.

I am not pregnant, have not recently been pregnant or given birth in the last six months.
Are you taking prescription medication(s)?

Note: Most prescribed medications do not prevent you from donating. If you are currently taking medication and want to know if you are eligible to donate, please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit our website.

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I am not taking prescription medication(s).

Note: Most prescribed medications do not prevent you from donating. If you are currently taking medication and want to know if you are eligible to donate, please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit our website.

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Taking most prescription medications does not usually prevent you from donating. If you are taking any, check the acceptable medications list first.

Some medications or the underlying causes that require you to take a particular medication may affect your eligibility. Call 1-888-236-6283 to speak to a nurse to find out. Learn more about other eligibility criteria.

I am not taking prescription medication(s).

Note: Most prescribed medications do not prevent you from donating. If you are currently taking medication and want to know if you are eligible to donate, please call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit our website.

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Do you weigh more than 50 kg (110 lb.)?

NOTE: If you are a new donor between the age of 17 to 23, you must meet the basic height and weight requirements.

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I weigh more than 50 kg (110 lb.).

NOTE: If you are a new donor between the age of 17 to 23, you must meet the basic height and weight requirements.

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Unfortunately, you are not able to donate blood, and here's why. There are lots of ways to get involved in saving lives. Have you ever thought about becoming a volunteer? Find out more.

I weigh more than 50 kg (110 lb.).

NOTE: If you are a new donor between the age of 17 to 23, you must meet the basic height and weight requirements.

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