Grifols Donation Week (2024)

FAQs

What questions do you have to answer to donate plasma? ›

Most people that meet the basic donor eligibility criteria can become a qualified donor. After each donation, your compensation will be sent to you. A qualified donor can donate plasma twice in every 7 days period at the most.

Individuals who test positive for HIV, Hepatitis B, or Hepatitis C are immediately referred to a physician or clinic for formal medical diagnostic testing and treatment. They are also permanently deferred and excluded from donating plasma and are added to the National Donor Deferral Registry.

Could I donate my compensation to a charity? Your time and effort are worth a lot to us, and even more to the patients you help. Donors typically receive $50 to $90 per donation, and that money is put on a debit card that you can use for yourself, your family, or to donate to a charity of your choice.

Those diagnosed with a serious or chronic illness–like high blood pressure, epilepsy, HIV/AIDS, or a primary immunodeficiency (PI)–are not eligible to donate plasma. Those who have high blood pressure would need to be tested to see what their current blood pressure is at the time of donating.

Biomat USA's exact donor compensation varies by location, but it generally pays $150 to $300 per month for regular plasma donations. You'll earn somewhere between $40 and $75 for each donation.

No, they do not drug test donors, only employees. They ask for a urine sample on your first visit to check your glucose and proteins levels. Yes. All donors have a medical exam including drug screening.

We also have a new donor bonus program, where you can earn a $50 bonus on your third donation when it is made within 14 days of your first donation and a $100 bonus on your 8th donation when you donate at least 8 times in an 8 week period.

Grifols Plasma Do we have to file income tax on this money? Hi Connie Glasser, We do not report the amounts we compensate donors to the IRS or Social Security nor do we issue any tax statements, such as any type of Form 1099.

Why do they check your arms when donating plasma? ›

Arm Inspection

Next, the screening staff member inspects your arm. They are checking for rashes, plaques, and vein issues that may make it difficult to donate.

All drugs detectable in plasma are also detectable in urine.

There is considerable interest in the drug Rohypnol®, known as the date-rape drug. The active agent is flunitrazepam, and its major metabolite, 7-aminoflunitrazepam, can be detected in urine for approximately 4 days after exposure.

Some people can make $900 by donating plasma. This is usually only possible for first-time donors who receive new donor bonus offers or those who donate multiple times a month.

You'll receive a prepaid debit card after your first successful plasma donation. Simply walk in, donate plasma, and your card will be automatically loaded with funds after each visit. If you lose your card, no problem!

BioLife Plasma Services is among the top payers in the plasma donation industry. New donors at BioLife can earn up to $900 in their first month through various promotions and bonuses. This high payout is broken down into specific bonuses for each of the initial donations.

You'll answer a few questions about your health history and places you've traveled, during a private and confidential interview. You'll tell us about any prescription and/or over the counter medications that may be in your system. We'll check your temperature, pulse, blood pressure and hemoglobin level.

Limiting alcohol and caffeine intake and eating a protein- and iron-rich diet in the days before your appointment can help your body prepare for donation. Eating a healthy snack or meal a few hours before your appointment and staying hydrated is also helpful. Do not use nicotine within an hour of your appointment.