SHORT ANSWER:
To be eligible for blood donation in India, a donor must be between 18 to 65 years old, weigh at least 45 kg, and meet certain health criteria.
DETAILS:
- Donors must be healthy and free from infections.
- They should not have any chronic diseases or recent surgeries.
- Donors should not have donated blood in the last 3 months.
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding cannot donate.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for ineligible donors, but they may be refused at the donation center.
SOURCE:
- National Blood Transfusion Council (NBTC) Guidelines
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