Age limit for blood donors may be raised

China is considering raising the upper age limit for blood donors from 55 to 65 and shortening the minimum donation interval from six months to 90 days, aligning with international standards and new medical research, the National Health Commission said on Wednesday.

The proposed changes are part of a draft revision to the country's Law on Blood Donation, which has been released by the commission to solicit public opinion. The law, initially passed by the top legislature in late 1997, has remained unchanged since its adoption.

The commission said expanding the donor pool is consistent with global practices.