Required documents

Valid Photo I.D.

This can include a driver's license, state-issued identification, passport or military ID. If you're a student, you can bring a school ID and a copy of your birth certificate that verifies your birth date. If your ID is from out of state, you’ll also need to bring proof of your current address (for instance, a utility bill with your name on it).

Social Security Card or Border Crossing Card

This can include your Social Security card, a W-2 or even a paycheck stub, if it shows your full name and entire Social Security number. Don’t have your Social Security card? You can visit your local Supplemental Security Income (SSI) office first to get number verification, then show this verification instead. If you're not a US citzen, you can provide your Border Crossing Card (B1/B2 VISA/BBC). 

Proof of Your Current Address

If your driver’s license or photo ID lists your address – this works! If not, you can show a W-2 or paycheck stub with your current address, or a recent utility bill (within 30 days). You can even bring a copy of your current lease. 

Preparing for your first center visit

How Much Time to Allow

A typical plasma donation takes about 60 minutes. However, your first donation will take a little longer because we need to check your documents, conduct a physical examination, and help you get comfortable with the donation process.

Dress Comfortably

We ask that you dress comfortably for all your plasma donations. Make sure the arms of your sleeves can be rolled up past your elbows.

How to Spend (Donation) Time

You must sit on the donor bed the entire time you are connected to the plasmapheresis machine. Bring a book. Stream movies or shows on your own device— all our centers have donor accessible Wi-Fi. Remember to bring your headphones.