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How much can you get for donating plasma?

Key Points:

▸Plasma (or plasma for short) is the liquid part of blood. Plasma helps blood flow through the body, supports cell function, and maintains blood pressure. As a medical product, plasma can be used to treat people who have experienced trauma, as well as those with severe liver disease, immune deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, and bleeding disorders.

▸While you don't usually get paid for donating blood, you can make $30 to $70 or more per plasma donation. Some people can make hundreds of dollars per month. How much you can make depends on the plasma center, how often plasma is collected, and what compensation and bonuses are offered. (https://tinyurl.com/25ytsyd8)

▸You can donate plasma up to twice in a week and up to 104 times a year. If you replenish enough water, your plasma should be able to regenerate. Donating plasma is generally safe, but there are some health risks. (https://tinyurl.com/25ytsyd8)

Can you get paid for donating plasma?

Yes, one of the reasons the international plasma supply depends on the United States is that "donors" are paid. While donating blood usually takes 10 minutes or less and is unpaid, donating plasma takes longer and donors are usually paid.

The payment is for the donor's time spent in the plasma collection process. Donors usually receive payment through a prepaid debit card at commercial (for-profit) plasma centers. The first plasma donation can take up to 2 hours from registration to recovery. After the first donation, the process usually takes about 90 minutes, including screening and recovery.

Paid plasma (called "source plasma") is used to make pharmaceuticals and for international export, but cannot be used for transfusions. Generally, you must successfully donate twice within 6 months to receive plasma testing and become an official donor or "qualified donor."

How much money can you make donating plasma?

Plasma donors are usually paid $30 to $70 per donation. When incentives are added, it can be $400 or more per month. Some high-frequency donors can receive up to $1,000 per month. (https://tinyurl.com/25ytsyd8)

How much you can earn for donating plasma depends on the plasma center, how often you collect plasma, and the compensation and incentives offered. There are more than 1,000 plasma centers in the United States, and the largest commercial chains in the country are:

▸CSL Plasma

▸BioLife Plasma Services is part of Takeda Pharmaceuticals

▸Grifols Plasma, sometimes branded as Talecris Plasma Resources or Biomat USA

▸Octapharma Plasma

Due to incentives and bonuses, the compensation you receive for your first donation as a new donor and for becoming a "qualified donor" can be as high as several hundred dollars. You can also earn more money through referrals and regular visits. Centers often hold raffles and offer prizes (including cash) to entice people to continue donating.

How often can you donate plasma?

Plasma regenerates quickly. With proper rehydration, plasma levels return to normal within 48 hours.

You must donate plasma twice within 6 months (tested separately, but collected at the same center) to ensure the blood product is safe to use, otherwise you are not considered a qualified plasma donor. Once you are cleared, you can donate plasma twice every 7 days. This means you can donate plasma up to 104 times per year.

At many nonprofit plasma centers (including the American Red Cross), you can donate blood every 28 days, or up to 13 times per year.

While type O negative is the universal blood type for whole blood donations, people with type AB blood (AB positive and AB negative) are considered the preferred group for plasma donations. This is because AB is the rarest blood type. AB plasma is compatible with all other blood types without the fear of adverse reactions. If you have AB blood type, you can help the most people by donating plasma.

Is it safe to donate plasma regularly?

Many people can safely donate plasma regularly. First-time donors are most likely to experience adverse reactions. But temporary side effects can occur with any plasma donation. Your symptoms may include:

▸Fatigue

▸Dizziness or lightheadedness

▸Bruising or pain at the needle site

▸Dehydration

▸Blood cooled during collection, causing a cold sensation

▸Citrate reaction

Citrate is an anticoagulant that enters the bloodstream during the plasma collection process. A citrate reaction temporarily lowers calcium levels and can cause coldness or tingling in the fingers or toes.

Serious events associated with plasma donations are rare. A possible long-term result of repeated plasma donations is scarring at the needle site, although this is also rare.

Plasma Donor Eligibility

To qualify to donate plasma, you must:

▸Be 18 years of age or older

▸Weight at least 110 pounds

▸Pass a physical exam

▸Complete a medical screening, including a negative test for hepatitis and HIV

▸No tattoos or piercings in the past 4 months

Here are some things you can do to prepare for your plasma donation:

▸Get plenty of sleep the night before your donation.

▸Eat a healthy snack or iron-rich food a few hours before your donation.

▸Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

▸Reduce alcohol and caffeine intake.

▸Gather your proof of identity, address, and social security number to bring to the plasma center.

Remember that certain medications and prescriptions may disqualify you from donating plasma.

Where to Donate Plasma

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides this plasma center locator tool to help you find a location near you. (https://tinyurl.com/25ytsyd8)