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How far do I have to live from my center to be eligible?
To donate at a Parachute center, your primary residence must be within 75 miles of the center you’re booking. This distance requirement helps us follow regulatory guidelines and ensure we can properly support your donation visits. If you don’t see ...
How long will my first Parachute visit take?
We know your time is valuable so we aim to have return donations completed as quickly as possible. Your first Parachute donation might take a little longer though, so here are a couple tips to avoid delays: Have your appointment already booked in the ...
What do I need to bring for my first visit?
As an ImmunoTek donor, your first Parachute visit will feel very familiar — with just a few extra things to bring. For your first Parachute donation, please bring: Your Social Security card or another document that verifies your SSN. This is a ...
I was deferred at my ImmunoTek center. Can I donate now with Parachute?
The best first step is to download the Parachute app and book an appointment. We’re not able to confirm donation eligibility over chat or phone. During your visit, our team will review your medications, any recent procedures or surgeries, and your ...
Am I eligible to donate today?
If you’re transitioning from ImmunoTek, eligibility will be reviewed in person during your first Parachute appointment. To get started: Download the Parachute app Schedule an appointment Visit the center, where our team will review your eligibility ...
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Your First Visit
To ensure your first visit goes smoothly, there are a few pieces of documentation you will need to bring. Join Parachute requires these three forms of identification to complete registration on your first appointment: Proof of Identification, Proof ...
How often will I have to do the physical?
You will need to complete a physical on your first visit to the center. After that, the physical will be repeated annually. Please note that if you have a physical, but you do not donate at least 100 mL within 7 days, you will be required to repeat ...
What’s the difference between donating plasma and blood?
While the donation processes are similar, the biggest difference is that we use a special machine to collect your plasma. The machine gently separates your red blood cells and returns them back to you along with a saline solution to maintain ...
What is a Protein Sample Visit?
A Protein Sample Visit (sometimes referred to as a Sample Only Visit) is a short visit to a donation center where a vial of blood is drawn to test and confirm that a donor's protein levels are within the FDA's required range for Plasma donation. ...
What can I use for Proof of Identity?
You will need a valid, unexpired form of a photo ID. Acceptable photo IDs include: Driver’s License Temporary license ID Learner’s Permit State-Issued ID Temporary State ID Released Offender ID Tribal Issued ID Concealed Carry ID State issued Firearm ...