In times of financial difficulty, one may look for creative ways to earn additional money. In Texas, you can do this by donating your plasma for money. Plasma is a substance in your blood. The process of donating plasma takes approximately two hours, although the first donation may take longer because you must submit yourself to an examination. The payment for donating plasma in Texas will vary depending on the area, as well as the plasma center.
Verify that you are at least 18 years old and weight at least 110 pounds. If you do not meet these requirements, you cannot donate plasma for money in Texas. Additionally, if you've had a tattoo in the past 12 months, you cannot donate plasma. There are additional requirements as well; the medical personnel meeting with you at the plasma center will discuss them further.
Find a plasma center near you. There are hundreds of centers across Texas. Contact the center by telephone to determine how much they pay for plasma. Make sure you are comfortable with the price. If you're not, you may want to call around to find the highest bidder.
Set an appointment with the center at your earliest convenience. Eat a healthy meal no more than four hours prior to the appointment, and drink 16 to 24 ounces of water. Gather your identifying documents, such as your state ID and Social Security card.
Sign in when you arrive at the center. Wait to meet with the medical staff. Fill out any questionnaires or surveys presented to you. For your safety, as well as the safety of others, be honest with your answers. The medical staff will then inspect you and tell you whether you'll be able to complete the plasma donation process.
Follow the staff member to the donating room. Sit in the chair comfortably and allow the staff member to connect the machine to your arm. Wait patiently while the plasma is removed from your blood. If you feel ill, or like you may faint or black out, alert a staff member immediately.
Receive your stipend from the plasma center's payment center after donating your plasma.
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