* are in good health and feel well today
* are at least 18 years of age. There is no upper age limit.
* weigh at least 45 kgs
* do not have a serious heart or lung disease
* has not had dental work within the last 24 hours
* have eaten few minutes back
* have a valid photo ID

You should not donate blood if, in the past year, you have had sex, even once, with anyone who:

* has taken money or drugs in exchange for sex
* has AIDS or a positive test for AIDS
* has given themselves non-prescription drugs by needle
* (for women) had sex with a man who has had sex with another man, even once, since 1977
* had or been treated for syphilis or gonorrhea
* had a blood transfusion, organ transplant, tattoo, skin piercing or needle-stick injury
* are pregnant or are less than 6 weeks post-partum.
* taking antibiotics w/in 48 hours.

You should not donate blood if you have:

* have had any forms of Cancer except Basal Cell Skin Cancer or treatment for in situ Cervical Cancer
* have had a Heart Attack
* have had Hepatitis (viral)
* want a blood test for AIDS or HIV
* have any signs or symptoms of AIDS such as: fevers, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, cough, diarrhea, swollen glands, white spots in the mouth, or purple or blue bumps on the skin
* have given yourself a non-prescription drug by needle (including steroids) even once
* have ever taken clotting factor concentrates
* (for men) had sex with another man, even once, since 1977
* have taken drugs or money for sex since 1977
* your blood iron level is too low