How long do donations take?
Donations take about 60-90 minutes. However, for your first donation, please allow for 2.5 hours because of the registration and health screening, which is required for new members.
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I’m a returning member and the app won’t allow me to schedule more donations.
There are five possible reasons why this may be happening: You’ve already scheduled 2 donations in a rolling 7-day period. You’ve already scheduled the maximum number of allowable donations in your 30-day cycle. We outline this here. You’re ...
Do you take walk-ins?
In order to keep wait times down and ensure a smooth experience for everyone, all of our donors need to make an appointment before donating. Appointments can be scheduled from our mobile app where you can find a donation time that works best for you. ...
What should I take with me?
To ensure that your first visit goes smoothly, you will want to ensure you have a few pieces of documentation with you. The three forms of identification you'll need to bring to your first appointment are a Proof of Identification, Proof of Address, ...
How long do I have to wait to consume any alcohol after my donation?
We recommend hydrating after your donation. Since plasma is about 90% water, it’s recommended to drink extra fluids in the 24-48 hours following your donation, as your body replenishes and recovers. We advise waiting 24 hours after donation to ...
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 ...