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# Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) - Whole blood and components

## Essential information

Discretionary

  If the condition has been diagnosed as irritable bowel disease, even if on medication, accept.

## Supporting information

See if relevant
  - Endoscopy
  - Inflammatory bowel disease
Additional information

  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is due to hyperactivity/sensitivity of the large bowel. It should not be confused with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) which would not allow donation.

Reason for change:
  There has been a change to the wording of 'Discretionary' to improve clarity, a link has been added to 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease' and 'Additional Information' has been added.
Version details:

  WB-DSG Edition 203 Release 01 (01 June 2010)

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