r/plassing

weird question, but I’m gonna be donating blood tmrw, and I was wondering if I could eat a whole small(8inch) dominos pizza… and still donate blood…

What'd you get today? Mine increased to 144. Last week was 115, so decent increase.

Today when I went into donate, I was told my protein was at a 4.5 both times and was told that those numbers don’t change overnight so I am deferred for just a week.

In the meantime, I should be making sure I get in plenty of protein and staying hydrated. I’m not exactly sure what happened before I thought I was eating properly prior to coming in.

I feel like it’s time to switch centers anyway but I am going to make sure I do what is suggested because I know octa takes a sample of your blood off to be tested.

But, it is closer to my house and I do want the nww donor bonus but if I go on a Tuesday instead of a Monday, will it flag me in the system? Because, I do know it would’ve been past seven days since I actually donated.

Which was October 1st and I am deferred for an week, which I will wait out and just do what I was told. I am trying to see what are some things I can eat to get my protein up and not fail the spe?

Edited: I just googled my symptoms and It could be because of an underlying condition. I see my doctor on the very end of the month, I’ll ask her about it.

I’m currently trying to show my income source (plasma donation) to recertify for food stamps in New Jersey. I tried to tell the woman over the phone for my recertification but she had an attitude and seemed to be committed to misunderstanding me. I even spelled it out after the third “what?!” P-L-A-S-M-A. She sent a letter saying they needed proof so I brought in a copy of the statement from the bank card that the donation payments are loaded on. I just got ANOTHER letter saying to provide a copy of donations statement with proof of where and who donations are coming from. What should I bring in so they understand?

Been going to Octa. First few donations no prob. Last couple times, they had trouble with my draw. Machine kept stopping. They readjust the needle, try again machine stops again. They switch arms, same issue. I’m usually done with donation in 20 mins, last time was 2 hours.
Some phlebotomists say it’s scary tissue issue, others say hydration.
I don’t drink alcohol. Nor have I ever.
I haven’t drank a soda in over 20 years.
I don’t smoke anything. Not have I ever.
I eat pretty decently especially the day before and the day OF donation.

Tips? Advice? Maybe I should super hydrate before going in?

Been over a year since last donation at BioLife. Will I be eligible for a return donor or new donor bonus?