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Got turned away from donating? Let's explain what happened and what you can do next.
What were you told?
Low protein
Protein levels were below the required threshold
Low hematocrit / iron
Hematocrit or iron levels were too low
High blood pressure
Blood pressure was above the acceptable range
Low pulse
Heart rate was below the minimum requirement
Soft / hard to find veins
Difficulty accessing a vein for donation
Recent tattoo or piercing
Had a tattoo or piercing within the waiting period
Recent travel
Traveled to a location requiring a deferral period
Medication-related
Currently taking a medication that defers donation
Illness
Recent or current illness affecting eligibility
Other / not sure
Was told something else or I'm not certain