Donor screening protocols

Donor screening protocols involve thorough medical and lifestyle assessments to ensure blood or organ donors are healthy and free from infections that could harm recipients. This includes detailed questionnaires about medical history, recent travel, and behaviors that might transmit diseases. Additionally, donors undergo blood tests to check for infections like HIV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis. The goal is to minimize the risk of transmitting illnesses, ensuring that donations are safe for recipients. These protocols are strict, evidence-based, and regularly updated to maintain safety and public trust in the donation process.