Who can donate plasma? (IMAGE)

The Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association

Who can donate plasma?

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Before donating plasma, donors have their vitals checked, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, hemoglobin and weight as well as fill out a questionnaire to make sure they're fit to donate. 

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Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association

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