Who can become a stem cell donor?

You can register as a stem cell donor at no cost if you are 18 to 35 years old. In the 36 to 55 age group, a one-off registration fee of 35 Euros is compulsory for registration. You can become a donor if you are straight, gay, bisexual, lesbian, asexual or transgender. To be able to donate stem cells you must have a BMI between 18 and 30. If the BMI is too low, we won’t be able to obtain enough stem cells to help the patient. If the BMI is too high, more medication must be administered for the stem cells to enter the bloodstream. This could entail unnecessary risks for you as a donor. In addition, research has shown that heavier donors have more side effects from the donation.

The maximum age is 55 years. This is because the quality of the stem cells decreases noticeably after that age, while the risks of a stem cell donation increase. Furthermore, research shows that the stem cells of younger donors (preferably between 18 and 35 years of age) provide better transplant results for the patient.

We have these strict rules to ensure health of donor and patient. 

Can I become a stem cell donor if I use medication or have a medical or psychiatric condition? 
Taking paracetamol, the pill, or medication for ADD or ADHD is not a problem, you can simply register as a stem cell donor. In some cases, you cannot become a stem cell donor if you use other daily medication. If you have any doubts, contact us before registering.