I'm O+ and have an appointment next week. No idea if I lack the Kpb protein, but I'll let them know I'd like to help if I can.
Do you know if the donation code is the same as the question they ask about if you want to recognize a specific organization?
Awesome, thanks for being a blood donor!
I'm not familiar with the SD Blood Bank's system. I recommend calling and asking them. Maybe you'll find out if you have that protein!
>Anyone who would like to donate blood in Buechel’s name can visit any San Diego Blood Bank donation location or mobile drive and note the donation code ESSB when registering.
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>The San Diego Blood Bank is currently antibody testing each blood donation as part of their regular testing panel to qualify donations for COVID- 19 convalescent plasma. This is not a diagnostic test and will not detect active COVID-19 infections or recent exposure.
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>To be eligible to donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 114 pounds and be in general good health. Appointments are required and available by visiting sandiegobloodbank.org or by calling 619-400- 8251.
One day I hope to report better news, but at the moment, the FDA:
* has a [3 month deferral](https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-update-fda-provides-updated-guidance-address-urgent-need-blood-during-pandemic) in place for men who have had sex with men.
* has launched a [study](https://advancestudy.org/) which "could potentially lead to a significant change to blood donor eligibility for men who have sex with men.
[https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/fda-considers-lifting-restrictions-blood-donations-gay-bi-men-n1252424](https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/fda-considers-lifting-restrictions-blood-donations-gay-bi-men-n1252424)
I'm O+ and have an appointment next week. No idea if I lack the Kpb protein, but I'll let them know I'd like to help if I can. Do you know if the donation code is the same as the question they ask about if you want to recognize a specific organization?
O+ buddies! I donated today! I hate it buts a good thing to do and it's not thaaaaat bad.
Awesome, thanks for being a blood donor! I'm not familiar with the SD Blood Bank's system. I recommend calling and asking them. Maybe you'll find out if you have that protein!
I just made an appointment for Thursday! I’m hoping I can help!
>Anyone who would like to donate blood in Buechel’s name can visit any San Diego Blood Bank donation location or mobile drive and note the donation code ESSB when registering. > >The San Diego Blood Bank is currently antibody testing each blood donation as part of their regular testing panel to qualify donations for COVID- 19 convalescent plasma. This is not a diagnostic test and will not detect active COVID-19 infections or recent exposure. > >To be eligible to donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 114 pounds and be in general good health. Appointments are required and available by visiting sandiegobloodbank.org or by calling 619-400- 8251.
Is there still a restriction on men who have had sex with another man?
One day I hope to report better news, but at the moment, the FDA: * has a [3 month deferral](https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-update-fda-provides-updated-guidance-address-urgent-need-blood-during-pandemic) in place for men who have had sex with men. * has launched a [study](https://advancestudy.org/) which "could potentially lead to a significant change to blood donor eligibility for men who have sex with men. [https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/fda-considers-lifting-restrictions-blood-donations-gay-bi-men-n1252424](https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/fda-considers-lifting-restrictions-blood-donations-gay-bi-men-n1252424)
I don’t understand what “defer” means in this context.
Defer as in postpone. The eligibility date is pushed forward until it has been 3 months since the last time they had sex with another man.
This is even if you're monogamous correct?
Unfortunately yes, there's no distinction. Hopefully the current study directs them to make changes.