How to Donate Plasma in Augusta, Georgia

In the human body, plasma accounts for 55 percent of blood and -- along with red and white blood cells -- is the main component of blood. Plasma is used to treat such injuries as severe burns, and is the source of proteins and antibodies that treat diseases like hemophilia and auto-immune disorders. Donating plasma helps save lives and advance medicine. In Augusta, Georgia, donating plasma is easy and can sometimes earn donors a little extra money.

Instructions

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  Meet the requirements. Most plasma donation centers require donors to be 18 or older and to weigh at least 110 pounds. The FDA requires donors to undergo medical screening to determine their ability to donate.

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  Drink lots of water and eat a balanced diet. Keeping healthy is important to pass the medical screening. In addition, if you pass the screening and go on to make a donation, you will need fluids and a balanced diet to help replenish lost plasma.

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  Find a location. Augusta has a couple of places to donate blood and plasma. Look in the phone book or on the Internet for the nearest locations. Potential donors can also check with local hospitals, such as Trinity Hospital of Augusta, for a recommendation.

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  Call the center. Verify their hours of operation as well as requirements for plasma donations. Some centers require appointments, so make an appointment if necessary.