How Can I Prepare for a Protein Sample Visit?
A Protein Sample Visit is just a simple blood draw, similar to having lab work done for a doctor's visit. While no specific preparation is necessary, we recommend eating a healthy, protein-rich meal before hand and staying hydrated. This is general guidance that we provide to all donors to help ensure a successful visit so your doctor or PCP may have different advice when it comes to preparing for a protein test.
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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. ...
Will a Protein Sample Visit End My Deferral?
If you are deferred and required to come in for a Protein Sample Visit, it is important to know that we can only end the deferral once we receive in-range test results. Our full protein sample results can take up to 3 weeks to be shipped, tested, ...
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 can I best prepare to donate?
We recommend drinking plenty of water the day before and the day of as well as avoiding any caffeine and alcohol. I would also make sure you have something to eat within two hours of your appointment. Foods that are high in protein and iron are ...
What do they do on your first visit?
For your first donation, new members are required to go through the registration process which includes filling out some paperwork on your current medications and health history, watching an educational video, and have a quick health screening. You ...