How to Donate Plasma for Cash in San Francisco, California

Blood plasma is the liquid portion of blood, made up of 92 percent water and 8 percent proteins and antibodies useful in assisting those who suffer from blood disorders. In San Francisco, California, plasma donation centers all over the city need plasma donations for local hospitals to improve the quality of life of blood disorder patients. One of the benefits of donating plasma is the knowledge that you helped save a life. Another benefit is that San Francisco, California, plasma donation centers compensate donors for their time.

Instructions

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  Go over the eligibility requirements put in place for plasma donors (see Resources). A few of the requirements for donors include age, health and citizenship.

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  Call a San Francisco, California, plasma donation center to schedule an appointment for your preliminary physical exam. You are required to undergo a physical and blood tests prior to your acceptance as a donor. You can call Blood Centers of the Pacific at 1-888-393-GIVE or 1-800-707-8483 or go to its website to find out more about the donation centers in your area (see Resources). There are two centers in San Francisco and more throughout the Bay Area.

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  Provide the doctor with your complete medical history. Your blood is tested for disease and you will be notified of your acceptance as a donor. Schedule a time to donate once you're approved.

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  Donate your plasma. Your initial donation takes anywhere from one to two hours. You are hooked to a machine that separates your blood from your plasma, returning your blood to your body and keeping the plasma. Feel free to bring a book or music for entertainment during your donation.

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  Accept your compensation from the plasma center. The rate at each center varies. You can donate up to twice a week, but never more than once in a 48-hour time frame.