Grifolsplasma.com Donor-Portal (2024)

FAQs

What medical conditions disqualify you from donating plasma? ›

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.

Casillas said first-time donors are paid $150 for each of their first four visits, accessible by means of a America Visa debit card provided by Grifols. The dollar amount then drops to roughly $35 to $45 per subsequent donation depending on the month, he said.

A qualified donor can donate plasma twice in every 7 days period at the most. You will receive up to $70 per donation. If you wish, you may donate your compensation to charitable organizations and receive a tax receipt.

Paid plasma collection in the U.S. can bring $30 to $70 per donation. With incentives, some people can make $400 or more per month. Committed repeat donors who give at the maximum, twice-a-week frequency can sometimes earn up to $1,000 a month, depending on the plasma center.

LIST OF EXCLUSIONS. Ever been diagnosed or received treatment for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B (HBV) or Hepatitis C (HCV). Ever had a transplant, such as organ or bone marrow. Ever had any major problems with heart, lungs, liver, or kidneys.

BioLife Plasma Services is among the top payers in the plasma donation industry. On average, BioLife pays about $20 for the first visit and between $30-50 for subsequent donations. Donors can earn up to $1,200 per month, making BioLife an attractive option for regular donors.

The screening staff member uses these numbers, along with your sex, height, and weight, to figure out how much plasma you can donate. Next, the screening staff member inspects your arm. They are checking for rashes, plaques, and vein issues that may make it difficult to donate.

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.

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! Just speak to a staff member at your local center during your next visit to get a replacement.

Does Grifols drug test new donors? ›

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.

Through the job cuts and other cost-saving measures, Grifols aims to save approximately $428 million USD in 2023, relative to comparative full-year 2022 costs, according to the Wednesday afternoon press release.

On average, a person will make about $50-$75 per appointment. Although, the amount that you can make for donating plasma will vary depending on where you do it.

People burn around 500 calories¹ from a blood or plasma donation as the body uses energy to replace the donation.

For most people, donating plasma does not cause any side effects, but some donors can experience fatigue, bruising, bleeding, or dehydration. Additionally, you may feel dizzy or lightheaded. While not typical, fainting can also occur. It's rare, but more serious infections or reactions can occur, which can be treated.

All donors must be screened for HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C at each donation using nucleic amplified testing (NAT), a state-of-the-art method that tests for the DNA particles of the virus. In addition, each plasma donation is tested for antibodies that the body produces in response to a virus.

If you had leukemia or lymphoma, including Hodgkin's Disease and other cancers of the blood, you are not eligible to donate.