Dec 15 2008
Say what?
Ok, so last week I decided that I was going to start donating plasma. I researched the record breaking THREE plasma donation companies here in the greater Las Vegas area and finally decided upon going to Biomat. I called in an appointment, scheduled it for last Sunday, and proceeded to be excited about helping out the community, doing my civil service, and yadda yadda yak yak. Anyway, I arrived 30 minutes early to my 10 am appointment, walked in, and stared. Before me sat a seething mass of humanity such as you find at a free clinic, there must have been 50 people crammed into a 15 by 20 ft room all staring intently at a plasma screen playing rush hour 3. I hesitantly stepped into the room feeling very out of place and took my place amongst the throng, and then waited for my name to be called. When I was finally called up to the counter I walked up and was asked for my social security card, my license, and…. proof of residence? What the heck? Is this an attempt to save us all from… illegal alien blood? I mean seriously… if the plasma is needed, the people want to donate, does it matter where they live? The plasma’s going to be tested so freaking much that they are GOING to find if something is wrong, so what the heck do you need proof of residence for?
I was sitting in the break room today, and complaining about this when my coworker decided to enlighten me. Apparently the reason they ask for this is so they can compile a list of viable donors, and to stop aids infected crack hos from infecting everyone. First off, if someone comes to the counter with a twitch and a sniffle its simple, TURN THEM AWAY! Second, I already get massive amount of spam, and/or telemarketing calls off of other lists that I have sadly found myself upon. Are you now telling me I am going to be telemarketed for my kidneys? i can see it now “Hi there! YOU have been randomly determined to be eligible to win a brand new 2009 Corvette! In order to qualify for this exciting opportunity you must simply fill out this simple questionare!”
*By filling out this questionnaire you agree to provide the company (hereafter referred to as wewillscrewyou inc.) complete rights to all organs, bodily fluids, and extremities you may have in your possession, or for a time up to 50 years after you sign said questionnaire.
….. *shudder*
My point is this, if the plasma gets tested regardless of what you have or don’t have, it makes no difference one way or another. Therefore why put limits on who can or can’t donate? If the plasma is obviously not viable, deny the payment, and toss the stuff. If it IS then take it and save a life, it just makes sense….
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Ah yes, donating plasma. I did that while in college for beer money. You’ll end up with nasty scars on your arms after a while. Try not to do it for too long, if at all!