Can I give blood in the U.S. if I've engaged in unprotected sex?!
Question: Can I give blood in the U.S. if I've engaged in unprotected sex?
I'm a heterosexual female so I've never had sex with a gay male, or anyone who has had anal sex with a gay male or whatever those restrictions are on homosexual donations. I'm not HIV positive and I don't have any STDs or anything.
They just changed the weight standard from a uniform 110 lbs to a weight based on how tall you are (I think all the people under 5'3" or 5'4" have to gain at least 20 lbs on 110, and the smaller you are, the more you have to weigh...) so I was wondering if they had changed the regulations for unprotected sex as well as the weight standard.
They just changed the weight standard from a uniform 110 lbs to a weight based on how tall you are (I think all the people under 5'3" or 5'4" have to gain at least 20 lbs on 110, and the smaller you are, the more you have to weigh...) so I was wondering if they had changed the regulations for unprotected sex as well as the weight standard.
Answers:
Best Answer - Chosen by Voters
No, the rules for sexual contact have not changed. However, for your own safety, I suggest you begin using latex to prevent possible disease transmission.
14+ years as a phlebotomist for a major blood center