I just donated blood today but I've had a cold. Do I need to cancel my donation?

I barley have a cold now, just a slight cough that is not bothersome whatsoever. Is this dangerous for the recipient? Will Red Cross be able to see if

I barley have a cold now, just a slight cough that is not bothersome whatsoever. Is this dangerous for the recipient? Will Red Cross be able to see if my blood is safe when they do their normal testing, without me calling?

or:I barley have a cold now, just a slight cough that is not bothersome whatsoever. Is this dangerous for the recipient? Will Red Cross be able to see if my blood is safe when they do their normal testing, without me calling?

or:No need to call. A slight cold will not be dangerous for the recipient, they test for blood diseases such as HIV or Hepatitis C amongst others, not for a slight cold. As long as you felt ok after blood donation and not felt faint or weak, then all is ok.

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