How to Donate Plasma for Money in Ohio

Donating your plasma can save countless lives and make you some money in the process. Plasma is the liquid portion of your blood that is used to make medicines that provide people with certain serious medical conditions an opportunity to live normal lives. There are also special programs that help educate the public on the benefits of donating plasma. The State of Ohio has plasma donation centers set up to make it easy for donors, like you to help.

Things You'll Need

• Proof of citizenship
• Identification documents
• Residency documents

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Instructions

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  Locate your nearest Ohio Plasma Center. Refer to the resources section of the article for locations in Ohio.

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  Make sure you meet the requirements for donating plasma in Ohio. In the state of Ohio, the age range to donate plasma is 18 to 65. You also have to weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health.

• 3

  Make an appointment at your nearest plasma donation center. Drink plenty of water and eat a well-balanced meal the day before your scheduled appointment.

• 4

  Provide the facility with your identification documents once you arrive. Any form of ID includes driver's license, social security card, certificate of citizenship, passports, and birth certificates. Failure to prove residency and citizenship will result in not being able to donate plasma.

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  Submit to a physical examination at the donation center. They will also require you to take a blood test to ensure your plasma is safe for extraction. You must wait for the results of the physical and blood test before proceeding.

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  Collect your money after you have donated your plasma. Check with your local Ohio plasma center for pay rates per donation.