How to Donate Plasma for Money in Minnesota
If you are a Minnesotan in need of extra money, you may want to consider donating plasma at one of Minnesota's 11 plasma donation centers. A 90-minute procedure that is no more painful than a bee-sting benefits the medical field in its search for new protein therapies. The donor receives not only cash, but the benefit of important blood screenings for AIDS, hepatitis, and blood viruses. Donors in Minnesota earn between $25 and $40 per session, which can be completed up to two times a week if you qualify.
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Determine your eligibility. At all blood plasma donation centers in Minnesota, donors must be between 18 and 65 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds. You must also be in good health and be able to show proof of identification.
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Locate a blood plasma donation center in your area. For a list of Minnesota centers by city, visit the DonatingPlasma.org website. From the homepage of the website, click the "find donation center" link on the upper navigation bar. On the search page, enter your city, state or zip code for a full list of results.
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Contact your nearest blood plasma donation center to schedule an appointment for your first blood plasma donation.
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Visit the plasma donation center on your scheduled appointment date. Remember to take proof of identification and plan to spend two to three hours for your first donation, which includes tests and a physical, and 90 minutes per session for all subsequent visits.
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Tips & Warnings
In the state of Minnesota, donate plasma at one of the 11 certified centers established by four nationally-recognized companies, including Talecris, DCI, BioLife and CSL Plasma. Centers are located in Duluth, Fridley, Mankato, Minneapolis, Moorhead, Mounds View, St. Cloud and St. Paul.
At some Minnesota plasma donation centers, you may not qualify if you live more than 125 miles from the center; if you have a history of cancer, hepatitis or other serious illness; if you have been tattooed in the past 12 months or if you have spent prolonged periods of time in Europe. Contact your nearest plasma donation center to inquire about individual requirements.
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