Can I donate blood if I have diabetes?
What this means
- Well-managed diabetes, with or without insulin, is generally fine.
- You should feel well and have stable blood sugar on the day.
- List your medications at screening.
What to do next
Eat normally, manage your levels as usual, and book when you feel well.
When to call the center: Call if your diabetes is not well controlled or you have related complications.
Why this rule exists
Centers focus on stable control and how you feel, not the diagnosis itself.
This is general educational guidance, not a final eligibility decision. Donation centers make final eligibility decisions during confidential screening. Rules may vary by center, donation type, location, and current policy.
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The guidance on this page reflects published criteria from these organizations. Eligibility and procedures vary by center and country, so confirm specifics with your donation center.
- American Red Cross
- AABB (Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies)
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Blood Donation
- Canadian Blood Services
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- Reviewed against American Red Cross, AABB, and U.S. FDA donor guidance
- Confidence:
- High confidence