CSL Plasma Lawton, OK

CSL Plasma Lawton, OK

Reviews Summary

The reviews show a mixed experience at this plasma donation center. Many praise friendly, professional staff and efficient service, particularly noting skilled phlebotomists. However, frequent complaints highlight long wait times, disorganization, and occasional rude or unprofessional behavior from staff. Cleanliness and atmosphere are generally good, but inconsistent management, slow processes, and poor communication frustrate donors. Negative experiences often cite unfair policies, lack of transparency, and inadequate staffing during busy periods. Positive reviews emphasize kindness and competence, while negative ones focus on inefficiency and disrespect.

About This Listing

Ages 18-69
You have to make an appointment first, by phone or possibly on their website. First time donors are required to pass examinations.

Who Can Donate?

Likely aged between 18 and 65 (some centers may allow up to 69 or older)
Weigh at least 110 pounds (requirements may vary slightly)
In general good health, as determined by a health screening
No tattoos, piercings, or permanent makeup within the past 4–12 months (timeframes may vary)
Provide a valid government-issued photo ID
Provide proof of a permanent address (requirements may differ)

*Note: Eligibility criteria may vary by center. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Donors

First-time donors will typically need to complete a medical history questionnaire and undergo a brief physical exam, which may include vital signs and blood tests. Some individuals may be temporarily or permanently deferred from donating based on health or other factors.

Common Reasons for Deferral:

Temporary Recent tattoo or piercing, recent pregnancy, certain medications (e.g., antibiotics), or recent illness
Permanent Certain chronic health conditions, such as Hepatitis or HIV

*Note: Deferral policies vary by center. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or military ID)
Proof of Social Security Number (e.g., Social Security card or tax document)
Proof of current address (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or official mail dated within the last 60 days)

*Note: Documentation requirements may differ by center.*

Preparing for Your Donation

Drink plenty of water or caffeine-free fluids (e.g., 4–6 glasses) 2–3 hours before donating
Eat a balanced, iron-rich meal within a few hours of your visit
Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior
Refrain from smoking 2–3 hours before your appointment
Avoid intense exercise for at least an hour before donating
Get adequate sleep the night before
Bring a list of any medications you’re currently taking
Postpone your visit if you’re feeling unwell

*Note: Preparation guidelines may vary by center.*

How to Get Started

Many centers allow walk-ins, but some may require appointments. Check with your local center.

Other Helpful Info

First visits may take around 1.5–2.5 hours due to the screening process
Repeat donations typically take 45–90 minutes
You may donate plasma up to twice per week, with at least 48 hours between donations (frequency may vary)
Some centers may offer a refer-a-friend program with incentives
Compensation, if offered, may be provided via cash, prepaid debit cards, or other methods (varies by center)

*Note: Policies, compensation, and procedures differ by center. Contact your local facility for details.*

Features

Ages 18-69
You have to make an appointment first, by phone or possibly on their website. First time donors are required to pass examinations.

Contact Information

Address

1216 NW Sheridan Rd

Lawton, Oklahoma 73505

Customer Reviews

The worse ever! They had 100 people standing in line at the front and the employees were standing back there laughing and talking. One employee took a break when it was just 7:30 a.m. and they open at 7 a.m. I mean they have enough staff, so I'm not understanding why it's more people at the front than the back. They seen a bruise on my arm that's been there the last 2 times I went and told me to go to the nurse. I sat there and waited on the nurse for like 15-20 minutes when I could?ve been already donating

I have donated at centers across 3 states and never have I experienced wait times like at Lawton CSL. Been donating here for almost 2 years. Expect 2+ hours each visit. Expect rude and disconnected employees. Expect them to hire and replace their best workers with new trainable underqualified employees on a monthly basis. There are decent people working here but the company allows phlebotomists with shaky hands to stick you and new phlebotomists that hurt you or bruise you to continue sticking. I would not

Anytime I call this establishment no one answers the phone. I've been donating at CSL for over ten years and any other facility. Whether it have been in Denver, Colorado or Tulsa Oklahoma. There is always someone at the reception desk to answer the phone. Which is the case for the CSL Plasma Donation facility in. Lawton, Oklahoma.

First time donating today and the experience was great! Like many I contemplated donating plasma for safety reasons. But after getting thoroughly screened and seeing how buisness is conducted, I'm confident in the staff at CSL Lawton. Building was clean and everyone was friendly. The place does get busy so the earlier in the morning you can go the better! On the first visit you are screened, you conduct a brief physical and they check your blood, you also have some consent forms and a brief video describin

The amount of wait time is ridiculous long line just for vitals w only one person doing them. They be having alot of people just sitting around laughing when we sitting n line for over a hour jist for vitals. Apparently nothing changed back n here today nd the same slow black lady doing vitals again been n this like for over a hour just for $45 makes no sense!

They jacked my arm up pretty bad. This has never happened to me until yesterday, I told the guy who stuck me with needle that it felt weird and my arm was tensed up like it was going to explode. He said i was fine an I disagreed ... I asked him if I should stop an not donate. He suggested I was fine.. Then my whole arm got huge swollen afterwards and i can't move it today ata all without it hurting... I got pics tp prove the bruising. Also hospital paperwork showing what results are .

GRIFOLS PLASMA IN LAWTON OKLAHOMA they are friendlier cleaer and they pay way better and have better incentives CSL really hasn't changed at all since back in the day they are still the bottom standard center

Went in because I wanted to donate. Told that I wasn't allowed to donate because apparently I had "dairy". That "dairy" was eggs. Apparently they need new staff because eggs aren't dairy. Get your facts straight woman. You try being poor for once in your life and see from others perspectives

The people are super nice and professional - love the workers?? BUT the wait times are insanely long. They have you make appointments on the app, but that means nothing because everyone can schedule the same time. With an appointment, I waited 2 hours standing in line and then another 40 minutes to donate. I have other commitments on my time so this is too long. The other plasma center in Lawton is much more efficient at getting you in and out - there I'm in and out in usually 1 hour or a little more.

Got in at 7:00 everybody I was with got to donate already and I'm still waiting for a nurse to get a stupid color wristband anybody can put on for a bruise

This place is an absolute joke. They'll punish you and send you to the one nurse. After they're the ones who can't stick properly. I hate myself for having to need to come here... Once again waiting for no reason. I feel punished... And didn't pay me on the card. Have to drive back 30 miles to get paid. Update because I told them how they were detrimental to my life and day by not fulfilling their end of the service. I have been deferred for six months and cannot use them. No threats or anything just how t

I have been donating for quite a while at first it was great the staff was nice they was gentle as possible but once I became a regular I know this money will start going missing they start lying about how much you're going to get and the deferring people for no reason and 100% out of nowhere would not recommend for the Long haul

August 19th I went into booth four for preliminaries. Samantha was my intake person and I can't express how completely rude she was not to mention rough like she has a problem with me personally. It felt like an attack and a little pinprick on my finger felt like getting stabbed because she was so rough. She obviously cannot keep her emotions out of work. And I'm finding it does no good to talk to the manager because employees like that are still there.

This incident happened on Wednesday December 11, 2024 at CSL PLASMA in Lawton, Oklahoma. I was harassed, belittled, and yelled at by a employee at CSL PLASMA. The employee told me to get off my phone while donating plasma so I did. The Female employee then told me if she catches me on my phone again, I will not be able to donate and I would be deferred. I stated there are other people on their phone and u didn't say anything to them. This was my first and only warning that came with a threat of not being ab

Not COOL! I COME HERE TO CSL FOR A TWO REASONS. A GOOD CAUSE TI HELP SAVE LIVES, ECT. . AND SECOND of for the money. I don't come here to be laugh at or made fun of. I think there is a fine line when it comes to professional. I not going to comment on a whole lot of things because it could turn out to be ugly. Sorry. Tiffany I have much respect for you and for the long time employees who work here. Just saying.

The people working here are always friendly every time I come here. I really look forward to having Tammy stick me because she makes the experience painless until it comes to taking the tape off.

It was very busy people had attitudes but yanissa and the other woman that was sticking. There were only 2 of them did a well job of being professional and very kind and Patient. These kind of workers.No matter what kind of day we have here makes us wanna come back

Didn't get to donate today trying again tomorrow but the staff was soooooooooooooo freaking nice I had to write a review!!!!!!

I had a scheduled appointment as a new donor this morning. I did everything in the app as requested, I get there, wait 8 to 10 minutes before anyone acknowledges that I am there. The lady checks me in on the computer, hands me a book and tells me to sit down on the benches and someone will be with me in a few minutes. 30 minutes later I'm still sitting on the bench. Most of my wait there were no donors in line. I left a note with their book and walked out.

My wife Mary and I have been going to this center for a while now but I was pleasantly surprised at what we saw this afternoon when we went it was on Thursday November 22 I believe 2024 they had a full size staff and it went faster than it has been in a while so we were very happy with seeing all the staff thank you Guilford plasma center for that great job have a wonderful day and God bless you and your family and stay safe from your friends and doners Tom and Mary keep up the amazing work from oaklahoma t

They are just amazing. I wouldn't even pay attention to that 3 star because they deserve a 5 star.They are always so understanding and sweet. The people who stick are just as gentle and kind. They always give tips to help get through the donations quickly and I've witnessed people get sick out of no where, they always make sure you get better the best way they can. The managers are so friendly and helpful. But they don't play. Id definitely recommend this plasma center above all others. If you aren't going

One of the best CSLs I have been too. Very quick, smart, and respectful. Never had a problem with giving plasma. And I'm always in and out within an hour.

I been going for a good minute then couple weeks ago some rude black lady deferred me for having a 110 pressure then she told me to wait 15 minutes and don't leave the building or I will get deferred and I was at 105 then she ending up deferring me they are usually cool about this an let me proceed anyway but all the sudden they want to go by rules. I drove in hour and I needed the money too, $60 down the drain and my time wasted. Definitely not donating again at none of csl plasma center again.

I've donated here twice a week for 2 years with my wife. And they'll make you stand outside in the cold wind while you wait for your parther even if there are seats empty in the lobby. All the nurses are cool except the portly redhead

They have one of the rudest front desk staff and managers I've ever encountered. There are never enough employees so you'll wait forever. If you have to see the nurse you'll wait even longer. While I was there the power went out. Employees running around like they don't know what to do. A line backed up to the door. All the machines shut down and people just sitting looking worried and frustrated. And if you wait in the line to do the check in and then can't donate for whatever reason you just wasted all th

They wouldn't let me donate because I had an odor of medical marijuana it was offensive. I hate to say this sanitizer and woman's perfume offense me but I understand the difference between private and public if your easily offended stay home . Also so your telling me I can't take my m divine and donate but someone can take their diabetes shot alot blood pressure m divine or anti anxiety medication but I can't take my medicine for my anxiety because it offense you . I truly believe a court may find this offe

The staff from the very beginning was amazing. Myesha (sorry if I misspelled that) was phenomenal at the check-in. Thr phlebotimist who did my vitals was awesome as well! Shantel, though from Texas kept me laughing the whole time! She imwas an absolute amazing person and hopefully she is the next one that is there when I go again!

The staff is great they're awesome every Single one of them. The leadership Britney and Tiffany and staff are #1.A place I call my second home.A great group of men and women hereI have a great time every time I come here. Ty you for all you guys do.I never had a bad stick here as well. Windy city CM

These liars told me I would be getting $100 the first 5 times I donated. I donated for the 3rd time today they only gave me $50 and told me they changed it. Okay, well I started/signed up when it was supposed to be $100 for my first 5 donations. I certainly won't be lied to!

Amazing staff, cares about the people. Sometimes the line is long but the staff tries to take care of each person in a timely manner.

Y'all should try the other bio place. If you wanna waste 3 half hour waiting to get poke go to cls. If you want a fast and quick and good employees . Go to the other other bio by the bank first. They pay better the CLS . Csl not worth it for the 3 hour wait and for just 40.

You go here to help other people, the staff here at csl run this place like a prison. They show no compassion and treat donors like criminals. When I made a concern, nurses tra and Amy banned me. I wasn't rude, or anything. I donated two times and have a scar the size of a cigarette burn where they kept blowing my veins and scraping around too. Not worth the mental, emotional, physical abuse and anguish.

If there are 3+ people in line you can expect to STAND in line for about 30 minutes AT least.. the rooms to check vitals are ALWAYS empty, there is NEVER more than 2 staff checking vitals. AND not to mention we have to listen to the staff member carrry on unnecessary conversations with the donor and take up a lot of time that could be used to get more people in and out.. once you get passed vitals it's not so bad but there needs to be more staff members up front checking. kinda ridiculous to stand in one sp

There is pros and cons at this location. Sure the staff is friendly and some of them do plasma right but there are a few problems to address. One is wait time... It takes a hour to 30 minutes at times because they keep just two doors open at a time which to me is incredibly stupid. Then when your finished...9 out of 10 times you can expect to be sitting 30 minutes because they are talking in the back and not focusing on people finished drawing. If they addressed the problems and had some sort of strategy do

My visit was the best from the staff helping and making sure I was well taken care of I really appreciate everyone who worked today definitely a great staff and I love coming back

Was permanently deferred due to medical issues the doctor says I have even though having a physical with my primary care stating I don't have said condition. This supposed doctor evaluated me over the phone basing a diagnosis without seeing the patient. Will be taking my business to biomat.

I'm so disappointed. Spent 4 hours filling things, only to be told I dont weigh enough. Test applicants when they come in, not after 2 hours of interviews. I left crying. I have great blood. No drugs. Yet they took crack heads no problem. This is racist wanting you white

There is no sense of urgency. I understand there is safety and precautions that take place, but they just stand there and talk to each other or the guests about their personal lives. Two of them were talking about how they messed up 13 times today when sticking people.

Yesterday was my first day donating and I can say I was quite nervous. However the staff at check in were quite nice and it really helped me get through the initial screenings. I give this place only 4 stars because I was there from 2pm-6pm before even getting to see the nurse and before getting to donate. By the time I saw the nurse it was 6:30 and I had just gotten settled into a chair. The phlebotomist was extremely nice and I wish I would have gotten her name. She talked me through everything. However,

?? the staff are great even though they don't let me sleep. This is the best plasma center in Lawton. Tiffany is doing a great job.

I came in to ask for a trash bag because my daughter got sick and was throwing up outside in the car. They looked at me and said we don't have anything. Bunch of damn retards!!!

im a regular donor and it's usually always a good experience, it's never a long line im always in and out of there and everyone is always super nice except misty. every time i?ve had misty check my vitals she's rude and short with me as if im a burden to her day. other than that it's a great place but i think a manager should talk to her abt her attitude!!!

Donated on September 25th and still waiting to get paid..it was ok in the past. They need to train there new employees better..

I showed up new Donation waited for ten minutes. Called the help line and phone disconnect after 5 minutes

My first time ever donating and the staff was so amazing from beginning to end. And Staffen is such amazing stick didn't even feel it.

I have a love hate relationship with this place. Sometimes the wait isn't worth the reward. Some of the employees working there are so nice and very friendly and helpful and others are some of the rudest most hateful people you will meet anywhere. One thing I would like to see is more checks and balances. For example if during in take they claim something if off. Example: Blood pressure is to high, protein is low etc etc I think the readings should be verified by another employee before you are told you ca

It Took almost three hours to get out today. Last time, it took two hours to get to the booth part. I didn't donate, because I have a job and i thought two and a half hours was enough time to set aside. I would have been late to work.Time before that, I waited an hour and a half to be told my temp was .1 degree to high. Today, I waited in line for an hour, then waited thirty minutes to see the nurse. shes "training", but her version of training sounds a lot like talking the phone to boyfriend. guess she doe

The staff is nice, however have to ask them to change their gloves, they go from patient / donor to next donor as well as machines and equipment without changing gloves or they visibly soiled. Only positive I can say if you strapped for cash and trying to make extra money and don't mind needles it away to make a few hundred bucks a month, their payment has increased considerably durning the pandemic!

There rude and disrespectful to people specially when a single mother had two kids with her asking for her child to use the bathroom and literally was about to pee on herself they were rude to her and the little girl couldn't hold it anymore ruined her dress and everything be kind to people

The staff at csl plasma here in Lawton,Oklahoma is fantastic.They are always kind and courteous as well as very knowledgeable regarding any questions or concerns you may have.

The staff was very friendly and yes if your a new donor it may take a little bit longer than usual. The lady that stuck me first was very supportive and uplifting, i told her i was scared of needles. She did great.

Overall, great experience, all the workers from the screener, to phebolmists, to the dst's the managers goes over and beyond excellent.

Yay you get money, and they have a process which is nice to get done quicker, but there is no way I have to tell each phlebotomist before they stick me to change their gloves because slapping hand sanitizer on them and continuing to work with gloves you stuck 5 people with is not sanitary!

I think it's my 5th time donating? And I've never had a bad experience!! Clean place, great cleaning practices, the staff is seriously so kind- and I've never had a bad stick, even in my one arm that has a vein that's harder to see! It's unfortunate there are so many bad reviews because I haven't had one bad experience. I plan on donating as much as I can even after the new donor rewards because it's a way to earn a little extra $ and help with the blood & plasma shortage. Wait time isn't long (maybe 30 min

Overall always a good experience. Phlebotomist almost always does an excellent job, clean facility, pleasant atmosphere. Negatives: 1) the wait time at this particular facility SUCKS, although they have made a huge improvement from last year. The majority of times it takes less than 45 minutes from arrival to being stuck. Last year, anything under an hour was miraculous.... 2)They took out all the televisions. If you don't bring something to entertain yourself that can be operated with only one hand to use,

Not sure what joes problem was today but he rude to people In booth 8 and sending them away without sharing results

I went to donate as usual on my normal donation days. Everything was fine except my heart rate was up by ONE point so I received a "re test" slip to come back in 10 minutes. I went right outside the door to tell my wife what was going on and was back inside in less than 45 seconds. When I returned inside I was immediately told that I could no longer donate that day because I left the building. I asked why wasn't I told that I couldn't leave and where are the signs saying that if I left the building I forfei

I hate that 1 star is the lowest you can go. I hate this place they are extremely slow at working. They rather run their mouth an talk about what their gonna do over the weekend then get everyone seated an started. I don't understand why they have so many people in the back that can't stick people just walking back an forth watching. Gets really annoying. They send everyone home when it's not that many people to donate but won't call anyone in when the line is wrapped around. They need to open up a 2nd loca

My husband & I came to CSL to donate. As soon as we entered the door we were greeted by a man with a filthy mouth who was allowed to stand at the front counter & curse like a sailor.. He was so loud that it made it almost impossible hear, much less concentrate on the materials we had to review before donating. Then a woman enters who was yelling at someone over the phone. We have been in line for 4 hours! It was finally our turn & a man jumped in front of us. I bet I do not come back ever again.

Stood in line for an hour and a half to let 3 people get checked in from 13 to 10 in 1h now line is 16 people if you wanna donate you gotta waste your whole day just to get checked in at the vitals

Everyone is so kind here. Sometimes the wait can be a little long but not always. Sha' tara (i probably spelt that wrong) and Steffan are the two best at sticking the needle in. I hardly ever feel it. And they are both so sweet. I definitely recommend asking for one of them.

It takes WAY TO LONG to get seen. Most of the chairs are completely empty and yet the line is around the corner and staff laughing and talking with each other leaving us standing for hours. It is completely ridiculous. If your not going to fill all the chairs what is the reason for them.. Also there's like 9 people working. YOU ALL ARE TOO SLOW FIX IT..

First time donating & Idk why everyone looks miserable having to work here lol I'm not saying have a fake smile on but at least give a pleasant vibe . They dont even greet you when you walk in they just immediately ask "what can I do for you" like... HELLO first of all . Better Employee attitude would make this place feel a little more pleasant.

I have Ben going her for about 4 years on and off and they never answer the phone and it's never changed it's very odd cuz I've been in there and have just watched that phone ring.

I have never had a single problem. I love the staff!! They are so helpful. And yes sometimes it takes awhile to get processed if they are super busy! But I would recommend people to come here!

Was told a w2 works in place of a social security card so I drove in and they were like "do you have a social security card or w2?" Pull out my w2 and they're like this doesn't say your social so we cant help you. Why would you day a w2 works fine then?

WORST PLACE EVER!!!! Unprofessional BEYOND RUDE AND HAVE NO RESPECT FOR PRIVACY. First time left my SOCIAL on the front desk for anyone to get ignored me for a personal call and cut me off in the middle of my sentence to tell me to sit down she'll get to me remind you was on a personal call talking about bs. I have never been more upset with service .

The screener , Patrice, very not friendly or very welcoming. Most will visit with you and are very welocming.... not Patrice. However when I did have an issue the people in the back were absolutely amazing and caring. Thank you.

I was told that CSL plasma was working on the wait times to get seen. The wait times got better for about two weeks. Obviously that was short lived. I waited over an hour to be screened only to find out the donation line was twice as long. Today i walked in and there were more then twenty people in line. Which. Is seven more then my last venture. Wait times will cost you donors.

Don't go to Brittne she will mess your arm up and no one will do anything about it. She double stuck my arm with the same needle and kept digging in my skin with it. She should be fired for not knowing how to do her job right.

Was kicked out for giggling during intake. was told I had to take this seriously and couldn't laugh because I could die. I answered with, why would I want to spend my last moments all serious and scared if that is the case? Was made to feel shamed and guilty for asking questions during intake. Was told I was rude. Finding humor and redundant questions seems to disqualify you from donating plasma. Life isn't highschool and you're not a teacher, you're a mean nurse.

They have 4 bays but only use 2 of them, why!?

staff is courteous, knowledgeable and very helpful. sometimes the wait time is terrible but its not on them. ill continue to donate when i can. its a good thing and good place

please please don't let any of their staff mess up during the process, for you will pay the price and if you say anything about them you will be deferred. The lawton center is the woooorst of the all. Very unproven, UNprofessional and just plain nasty. Beware

The staff is always professional and polite, its always clean. no complaints

The front desk person was very welcoming & nice...The staff was very understanding & Amazing...Very good experience!

Blew my right arm and took a while to deal with it. Then tried to restick me and struggled with that. Found dead bugs in the bathroom.

Some of the staff is friendly, but the head woman in charge was surprisingly very rude and aggressive, both towards customers and staff. Scared to come here again.

Very helpfull people! Be ready to be here a while on youre first day. Evry visit after its fairly quick depending on the time of day. The app really helps to skip the check in. ??

The staff has crappy customer service. The employees stand around like the are making millions and treat the donors like the are trash by the way the talk to them, and how the work really sloq when people are in line.. Elderly people standing in lines forever.

Unprofessional. Slow workers.Horrible service . If youre new they wont even kept track of who came in first. Been waiting 3 hours just for vitals and theres only 3 ppl in front.Smh wish i could rate half a star.

Very clean, staff was very attentive, definitely coming back to donate

Just finished my first 8 sessions always had a great experience. There nice, clean, and the payment is instant

Workers here are friendly and try to get the donors out in a timely manner. They throughly explain the whole process and attempt to answer all your questions

Absolutely amazing service by the staff. They went above and beyond to make me happy. Can't wait to see them and their team again!

Waited to donate like a hour and a half then when I sit get turned away because I had a rash forming in my arm they should have said something when I was getting screened

I can not help save lives and earn a few extra dollars because i am gay, but junkies can come in and get their drug money. All donations have to be tested no matter what so this is honestly just discrimination.

The staff there are very friendly and welcoming and the phlebotomist are the best!!

Frequently Asked Questions

What disqualifies you from donating plasma?

Plasma donors can get disqualified for a list of different reasons, which may result in a temporary or a permanent deferral. Common reasons people get a temporary disqualification may include being dehydrated, taking certain medications, getting a tattoo within the last 4 months, or being pregnant in the last 6 months.

How can you donate plasma quickly?

Donating plasma can get busy with donors and long waiting times. To donate plasma faster, choose a plasma center that allows you to book an appointment online and take your health screening questionnaire remotely from home. Additionally, call your local plasma center and ask for the least busy days and times of the week.

Can you workout after donating plasma?

Most phlebotomists recommend that you take a day off from working out or lifting weights on the same day as your plasma donation. Instead, take the day to rest, eat well, and drink plenty of water after your donation.

How often can I donate plasma?

Plasma donors are legally capped at two donations per week or 7-day period, with at least 48 hours in between each donation.

What should I eat before donating plasma?

Before your plasma donation, it's recommended that you drink plenty of water (4-6 eight-ounce glasses), and eat a meal with high protein and iron content. Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking on the same day as your donation.