How Do You Find A Local Plasma Center?
This article discusses some basic information about donating plasma, the benefits (both financial and humanitarian) and online resources to locate plasma donation centers. Donors may be compensated for their efforts, and donors can feel proud to be assisting in saving lives. If you are interested in donating plasma, you can do so only after a blood test that will detect abnormalities such as high blood sugar, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis, among other screening identifiers and blood type. This information is listed as the “first step” because if your blood contains abnormalities, you won’t be accepted as a donor. Also, donors must disclose their medical history. Donors must also be over 18 years of age and must weigh more than 110 pounds. You can locate plasma centers using online directories. The best known website belongs to www.bloodbanker.com. You can search by state, company names, or by ZIP code at their website. After locating a local plasma center and meeting eligibility requirements,
