Blood donation criteria in Australia: Population knowledge, misperceptions, and impact on donation intent.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Misperceptions about blood donation eligibility can deter individuals from donating. In Australia, misperceptions of one's eligibility status may be exacerbated by recent changes to donor criteria. However, public knowledge of these criteria remains underexplored.

Methods

This study examines the accuracy of perceived eligibility and knowledge of blood donation criteria using data from a nationally representative survey of the Australian population.

Results

Among the 5178 respondents, knowledge of blood donation criteria was limited, with 29.4% of non-donors unaware of their existence. Of the 57.3% classified as eligible for blood donation at the time of survey completion, 12.4% incorrectly believed they were ineligible and 13.3% did not know their status.

SUBMITTER: Mowat Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12704694 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature