IDENTIFICATION

Identification with ID card, Driving License or Maltese Passport.

AGE

Between 18 and 63 years; 17 year olds must have a parent's/guardian consent. Regular donors who have not exceeded 6 months between donations, may donate until their 65^th birthday.

WEIGHT

At least 50kg (110 lb).

FREQUENCY OF DONATION

Females can donate every four months; Males can donate every three months.

HEALTH

Must be in general good health and recently not suffering from any illness. One must also have a good haemoglobin level, normal blood pressure, temperature and a urine analysis tests are also made.

SCREENING

A questionnaire is filled in by the doctor to determine eligibility.