Donating Plasma Process

Plasma Donation, Made Easy!

BEFORE YOU DONATE PLASMA

Hydrate

Drink 6 to 8 cups of water or juice the day before and day of your donation.

Protein & Iron

Eat protein-rich, iron-rich meals at least 3 hours before donating.

Sleep

Get a good night’s sleep

Clothes

Wear comfortable clothes, with sleeves that can be pushed up to your shoulder.

Eligibility

Before you come in to donate, please be sure you meet the plasma donor eligibility requirements. Take a look at these general guidelines.

What to bring with you:

If you’re a first-time donor, you’ll need:

Current, valid photo ID (must be 18 years old)
Proof of your Social Security number
Proof of current address (such as a piece of mail postmarked in the past 30 days, or a current lease)
Active military are to provide the address where they receive mail & their physical address

Restrictions

Please note, the following are not permitted in our donation centers:

Phone calls
Photography
Sleeping
Weapons
Food/Drink

Eligibility Requirements

Age

Must be 18-70

Weight

Minimum 110 lb

Residency

Social Security Number
Proof of local address

Medical Examination

During first visit only
Annually thereafter

Virus Ineligibility

Hepatitis (negative)
HIV (negative)
Parvo B19 (negative)

Diet and Hydration Recommendations

High protein and iron-rich foods
Plenty of water

Tattoos & Piercings

4-month deferral

Pregnant

6-12 months after pregnancy ends
Check with your doctor prior to donating

Frequency

U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines
2 donations within a 7-day period, with at least 2 days between donations

Health and Nutrition Tips

Eating the right foods and drinking plenty of water is always important for your health. Focusing on good nutrition is even more important before and after you donate plasma. Follow these tips to get your body ready to donate, and to prepare for a safe and successful plasma donation experience.