Plasma Donation

Plasma Care
2522 West State Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 344-2100

Hours of operation:Monday - Friday 7-6
Saturday and Sunday 8-4

What is donated:
Plasma

What do they do with the plasma?

Plasma is used y make products used to aid with tetanus, rabies, measles, rubella and hepatitis B, and is sold to hospitals and emergency rooms all over the world.

How much does the center pay per donation?
They pay $20 for the first donation and $30 for the second in one week, then after that $20 and then $25 for the second round of donations and all donations following.

How often can one donate at the center?
You can donate plasma up to two times in a seven day period.

What tests are performed prior to signing up?
New donors must have a driver’s license social security card or proof of residency. They conduct a brief medical history, and determine if you are in good health. Then they check vitals- temperature, blood pressure, and pulse, and check for iron level and protein level with a finger stick.

How long does a donation take?
On the first visit, the whole process which includes the physical exam and the plasma donation it usually takes about two hours. After that it only takes about an hour and a half per donation.

Are there any upfront costs for the potential donor to enroll in the program (startup costs)?
NONE

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