CSL Plasma Rainbow City, AL

CSL Plasma Rainbow City, AL

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the friendly, helpful staff and clean facilities, though many note long wait times and understaffing. Several highlight the need for blankets due to cold temperatures. Negative reviews cite slow service, rude employees, and issues with payment or testing procedures. While many donors have positive experiences, inconsistent service quality and organization are recurring complaints.

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

Suite 1A, Rainbow City

Rainbow City, Alabama 35906

Customer Reviews

The CSL Plasma was very nice and clean place. Some of the staff was wonderful. My problem is I sat there for over 2 hours, when I was honest about my medication. The rude nurse looks down on me for taking this medication. When you been on this medication for awhile, you know when someone is looking down on you. Hey nurse maybe that person is allergic to Acetaminophen and Codiene. Now if my medication is such a problem then it should be on that LIST for then I should not have wasted my time. Or maybe

Most of the medical receptionists are really nice! But some of the phlebotomists shouldn't work there. They gossip and talk drama instead of doing their jobs and it makes your process way longer than it should be.Also some phlebotomists are aggressive while inserting the needle in. This is people?s bodies your dealing with not the chicken plant.?? Lastly the prepaid card is inconvenient because it won't work and it will take out a dollar or two with every donation which means you can't withdraw money at an

Prepare for 2 hours minimum regardless the time of day. There's a chick in the back who doesn't know how to stick. I've donated for 8 years and never once had a bruise. She stuck me wrong and then the incompetent staff kept telling me to pump when I'm already pumping. Finally 1 competent person comes by and adjusts my needle and voila blood flows without me even pumping.. Couldn't donate from my unbruised arm and got deferred because of their negligence. This place aside from the Drs and the 1 competent la

The place and people are pretty good but the prepaid card they pay you with is a straight rip off. I don't believe I will ever go donate again because of the payment issues and card issues and I don't advise anyone else to. I can see a class action lawsuit in the very new future with there card services and this company it's almost a complete scam they charge you decline fees and fees for everything you will have money on your card but they will decline your transaction and then charge you over and over an

a minute ago New place used to better, better employees. place went down hill after they started hiring lazy entitled workers. payment got worse cause they probably had bad experiences aswell. when i started, payments were around $150 as first time going, and then 2,3 times it went down to like $80-$75 and then a year later both payments a week went down to $60-$70 and then around $55-$60 and now it's ridiculously $42-$50. better to jus go to centers out of town rather than this location, one for the paymen

Absolutely Horrific!! the first time I went. It was 3 hours to go through their whole medical thing Which I expected. The second time I went. I stood at their front counter for 10 minutes before someone came up to help me. All I needed to do was update my address. then I sat around for half an hour because every manager was on break or in a meeting apparently so I left and came back the next day and it took another 3 hours for them too Take my plasma because the first person that put the needle in my left a

I was in the nurse office and she started making inappropriate comments/ harassing and when confronted was told I couldn't donate, and told to leave. This place is super unprofessional and inconsistent. Don't go here!!!!!!! Make the trip to BioLife they pay more and are super professional. Now I'm updating my response, the recent change regarding the water bottle is wild af, they say they are going green and then another employee tells me it to cut cost. I understand trying to save money but at the expen

I DO NOT KNOW THE NAME OF THE APP I NEED TO DOWN LOAD Since the plasma center doesn't know the banking app I need to download to be able to check my balance does anyone on here know it because I surely do not I called and asked and they told me to open the app when I don't have the app at all so please can anyone tell me what the name of the banking app I need to download so I can check my balance with out having to call and be charged a dollar every time I call

It was easy to find, and I think it is the alternative place, that makes me feel happy.Im looking forward to seeing you guys too soon thanks ????????????

Waste of time they do not open on Sunday why in the world Saturday is the new start of the period. 40$ including weight the max they literally just getting your plasma for fun 40$ to save somebody life I guess the donor isn't as important

The employees are always friendly. They are polite and during your donations They make sure that you are okay throughout your whole visit. With my experience with CSL Plasma in Rainbow City they are constantly making sure that everything is clean and disinfected. They change their gloves constantly throughout the process to make sure that we are all safe and so are they! I love the employees at this location!

They have a great work crew and they are very good at what they do I just don't understand I can donate at the one in Anniston AL and can do it every Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays but here I have to wait from Monday all the way to that Friday of the same week if I stays like this imma go back to the one in Anniston

I went here for my first time to donate plasma and everyone was awesome. Bobby and Cheyenne did my intake and we're so helpful and nice. Shana was so nice and answered all my questions on the phone. Sandra did my physical and she was nice, helpful and quick. Madison pumped me up and was so kind trying to stick me and help, she wasn't able to get my needle in, but called for help and Sam got it for me. Thank yall for a great experience and I even got a follow up call to check on me the next day! Highly reco

Nice people, clean building. Bring a blanket or a coat. By the time I was done I was freezing. All the ones I asked have only been here 6 mths or less. 3hrs for 1st donation.

Been donating here since 2022 and have always had a pleasant experience. The entire staff are friendly, helpful and welcoming my favorite is Hannah. She always has a smile on her face when interacting with donors and makes good conversation to help them stay comfortable.

First time here and it was pretty standard getting thru the nurse and questions but once you get to the back to get hooked up there's no order or organization. The girls just walk around hooking up people when they want? very poorly ran in the back getting hooked up.. the nurse was very nice though? probably won't come back and will tell my friends and family not to waste their time.. very disappointed ?? Edit Still horribly slow in the back no organization at all even after you deal with the long wait in t

You have to be patient to get hooked up, but this card has helped me a lot! I wished it had a chip in it instead of slide

This place is simply awful. I came here with my husband today from almost an hour away. Been here for 3 hours now and counting. They say they close at 7 but people still coming in to donate, do not go here not worth any money.

Always a pleasant experience. Staff always courteous and polite. Donating area always clean and quick.

Ashley has been my long time sticker and the most lovely, lively, and consoling person that has stuck with me for my three years of donating just about. I absolutely love her and all she does! She's a rockstar!

If I could give - negative Infinity...I would ... I'm so pissed and offended that idk what to do. I come here first time donor. Go thru the process pass everything except get to the nurse station part. She is RUDE. Then asks me if I have the papers they gave me. I gave them to her she flips it over to show me.the page about odors and good hygiene!!!!!??? The process was goin fine until I mention I'm here with my wife and I'm gay!?. We took a shower BEFORE we left the house and went right to the plasma place

My payment ain't go thru and rather than just processing it Bobby had me come all the way back for something they fixed over the phone a week prior so the comment is strictly fa him and his incompetence. Kayla and the rest of the staff do good work and maneuver to where it's a smooth and good overall

The last donation I was bruise by Tori and the nurse I saw today was very rude it is almost I don't want to go back. I have been working with the public for 30+ years and I try to be nice to my customers so the will come back having a chip on your shoulder doesn't help for customers coming to you.

My biggest complaint is that they don't keep the hours they have posted. They almost always close 30 minutes to an hour early with no warning or so much as a note on the door. What was the point of extending your hours if you don't keep them? Otherwise, staff is great and the place is clean.

HORRIBLE PLACE PLEASE DONT WASTE YOUR TIME! Short staffed! Will have you waiting for 5+hours ONLY HAS 1 nurse an she has a nasty attitude! You get in line and they will skip you an employees all over the place the (3)they have?? they need to hire more workers because this is not it. If you don't have a job this is the place for you to sit for 8 hours for the little bit of money you will get.and workers have nasty attitudes as well.

It used to be wonderful coming in here. It used to take 45 minutes in total to donate and they were always nice. They did their best every time. In the past month, I have to wait 3-5 hours everytime and they keep messing up. I'm highly upset that I've been sent awa for someone else's mistake. It's not even worth coming back at this point.

So i go and every time I'm there it takes 2 hours longer to donate. God forbid I'm going to anything after. Like work or class. All because they don't have enough staff to keep up with the volume of people. The staff who are there are amazing. Just not enough of them. Only thing making this a 2 star and not a 1. I mean, a quarter of their machines are sitting in the corner in disrepair.

Well I feel like that I'm helping ppl by donating and after I get through with donation I feel as though I've done something to help make a difference a lot ppl can't/not able to donate and if anyone wants to donate the best place in my opinion is CSL PLASMA IN RAINBOW CITY,AL. AND I JUST LOVE ALL THE ASSOCIATES/TEAM MEMBERS THEY HAVE ALWAYS BEEN SUPER FRIENDLY, NICE TO ME EACH TIME I DONATE AND ALWAYS THANKING ME FOR DONATING ,SO, YES, CSL PLASMA RAINBOW CITY IS SUPER BEST IN MY OPINION AND ALSO, ALL OF C

The Staff at CSL work hard to always to do a professional job and go the extra distance to ensure that your overall experience is as pleasurable as possible.

There really clean, nice, and welcoming! I just hate how they only check your plus twice even if it's lowered down they still send you away but guess I understand that as well!

This is a really great place to donate. The employees are all super nice and knowledgeable. When it gets really busy they do everything they can to help make the process go fast and smooth

The staff are extremely friendly, professional, help with any assistance throughout the process, and do an amazing job. I recommend this place to all my family and friends.

The staff are always professional and courteous. Although it does occasionally take longer than I would like, the experience is generally positive. I have NEVER had a rude or unprofessional staff experience.

Not worth the time. You will spend most of your day sitting waiting for a 100$ isn't worth the time. They also forgot me and left me sitting for an hour had to retake their quiz which wasn't my fault they don't care.

Clean facility with a friendly staff. Very understaffed, need to hire a receptionist. Also need to update website information!!! Why have a website if you don't keep it up to date? Three different times I've checked their website and it shows they're open to only get there and find out they're closed. Whenever I addressed this situation to staff I was told either that the website should be up to date or that it was corporate's job to update it. Frustrating to say the least.

This place doesn't even have techs who can take a simple temp right. I shouldn't be deferred because my temp is 93. If it was 93 i would be hyperthermia and would require medical assistance. This place is literally a disgrace. I wish there was a different center in our area cause this place doesn't know what they are doing clearly

It's my first time and it longer than I thought but the people was very nice to me

Terrible intake practices. Three or four intake workers on the floor but at least 2 are standing around watching. That's a constant occurrence. One will be struggling to get donors vitals while the others wander around.

My only complaint would be that they need more staff! It is hard to donate when you have to plan on spending 3 to 4 hours there just to donate (and that's not just for new donors). They were so packed that today they weren't taking any new donors. The triage line was all the way to the door. Please hire more help.

If I could give this place less than a one I would but since that is not an option let me tell you about my experience. On my first experience with this place my vein blew which was very uncomfortable and the phlebotomist who stuck me is not even the one who caught it. A floor supervisor did. I felt very unattended at the time as well as could not return for eight weeks due to the fact they could not return my red blood cells in the opposite arm. After all that was said and done I know I'm a difficult s

When there soppose to stay open until 7 pm thier locking doors at 5 pm and unhooking thier phone line and I sit and watch then let certain people in and shut doors on others. I know this because I rode with my husband who was coming to donate they was soppose to close at 7pm we got there approximately at 5 minutes till 5 pm they had already had doors locked. And we had called earlier that day they had said they were working normal business hours until 7 pm. Well doors was locked 5 pm. We sat and watched the

When you get deferred for a tattoo they tell you they can't do anything about it and only thing do is call corporate that is crazy if have tattoos or piercings be careful.

Their very Intelligent VERY VERY friendly People always saying thanks for your Donation really makes you Feel comfortable, my Grandson has Type 1 that's why I Donated I Worry about my Grandson is a Straight A Student and so intelligent ??????????it really hurts Me whenever I see my BABY hurting he's the the Best in editing his own videos,. He's so awesome.

I went at 3:00 and they said they weren't taking new diners anymore that day. They told me to come back the next morning at 7:00. I did, but they wouldn't accept my ID because the name on my driver's license included my middle name, but my Social Security card only had my first and last name.

You stand in line for 30 minutes and watch them play around go to the back talk to each other play with their hair.. new donors come up and they want to call them and they still have a long line of donors they haven't even got to because they're too busy playing around.. and all today I stood in line for about 40 minutes just trying to get to intake and watch them play around half the time and continuously take new donors when there was only one person up there

I'm a big wuss when it comes to needles and everyone there is so sweet about it. They're very good about keeping me calm and are always gentle.

I love the staff and it's so family friendly. The process is easy and they answer any questions I have I highly recommend coming.

Clean facility, in and out quickly, with the staff being courteous and polite as well as knowledgeable of their job. I donate every week to do my part to save lives as well as seeing the staff donate on their off days.. Highly recommend this facility

I love the staff, especially the ones on the donor floor... they are very friendly and funny! Great environment all around??

Been coming for years and staff is always friendly. Great way to help others and make some money.

Thursday, March 2022 4?? First time Visiting this facility "Receptionist" Great : ) Staff member, "April" Outstanding : ) DonationArea... just Professional today 2nd Visit, March 6th Sunday 5?? Donation Area, "Professional / Observant" 3rd Visit, 4 ?? 4th Visit, 3 ?? 5th Visit, March 24th, ZERO stars No stars on this visit ?? Bad experience from the staff, from start to finish! Going back to Visit for the 6th time, ( ................................. ) Praying it will be better!!!! Thank you ??

Nosey workers, rude, and very slow ??????? Made me go thru their process and got to the back to be hooked up nosey staff asked me hella questions and if i had eaten i said no but i didnt hear them asking others had they eaten but ian trip i just left i was already mad because i drove from Birmingham to gasden (almost an hour drive) their team is very lazy takes forever to get thru the process they stand around all day talking and doing nothing while others wait 30 more minutes to get hooked up and running

They are helpful and friendly. They do not have to stick more than once. It is a bit cold but next time I will bring a blanket.

Very friendly people thruout the facility always helping and doing a great job everyone thank you as much as u help me ,keep the hard work up

Great service & awesome staff. Poor payments & the card you're given isn't accepted at many places or online at all.

I highly recommend CSL Gadsden they are very awesome broke a new light into donating for me last place I had donated Had donated blew out both veins CSL Gadsden took great care and only had to stick me once took a little longer to get my physical done but was told I would be compensated for the extra time thanks again you guys are great see you next time

Terrible place. Will give you a nice bruise so you can't donate. And the points that you get for referring somebody or feeling something out online being an extra $10 that never happens. Spend your time better elsewhere.

They take care of you so well and are always by your side if you need them!

I have been going here for almost 2 years. It's rewarding. The staff are professional and caring.

Place is clean with very nice people working there. Just first time be ready to wait took me 5 hours first time I went be after that you there maybe and hour and half

Amazing service they took great care of me since it was my first time ever donating anything.

I have not had any problems here people are very sweet I went on tue July 19 the machine mess up so had to unhook me gave something to drink and watch me for 15 mines

I called like I was asked to before showing up and was told to come on in, however when I got there there after driving 35 miles I was told they were not taking anymore donors today. I explained that I called beforehand and the lady at reception said she would ask her boss. The boss also said no. It was a waste of my time!!!!!!!

I have been giving plasma twice a week for the last two years. Great experience everytime. They are very friendly and will assist with answering questions and explain things to you.

Staff have always been very helpful and polite, place is clean and staff work hard to be quick and efficient

Very friendly & helpful people... They help you with any & all questions & concerns... I have been donating about 7 months now

CSL Plasma RBC, AL involved in practices that are not good including profiling among others. The truth hurts and needs to be told. I will be honored to do just that. Watch for future post as my investigation continues. The local FOX affiliate will enjoy the truth and facts.

They are not good at looking at things before they tell you to sit down and wait over an hour when I take you back there to review and do a profile before they say what your name is misspelled and cannot take u that is a waste of my gas coming up there they should have said the very first time I went up there they don't take time to look at your your driver's license and Social Security but is that you're good have a seat and we'll take you back and then when they take you back later on saying we can't take

They are so friendly and very helpful Never have had a problem been coming for years

I've been donating to CSL Plasma for several years in several places including Birmingham AL and Kansas City MO. I have never been to a more slow, unorganized office in my life. The wait time is HORRIBLE. The staff has no sense of urgency. I doubt they will stay open with current administration.

Employees were super nice, initial sign up takes a while.

do not go here! they will waste your time all day, not give you the money, and also not answer the phone when you call.

I been coming for fort Payne for the last 2 days just to get sent back home..... But it's always the same 2 people Everytime that sends me home everyone else pass me through .... I may not be coming back cause of your workers there

Not qualified! This facility is not qualified enough to handle blood properly! They will say your blood has false positive and tell you that you can't donate! Do better testing!! Not worth the trouble.

The workers r good and very nice I always had a good experience with them

The people here are always so pleasant. I always have great conversations with the vampire squad, lol.

Very friendly and helpful staff. Make sure to bring a jacket or blanket for donation.

Some of the best staff at any of the locations I've been at. :)

The atmosphere was very nice. I felt welcomed and everyone was very kind

The staff moves very slow here. I've Never seen this. I've donated for over 10 years. Staff is very slow. They walk around like it's ok.

Not worth the money for the wait and rude employees.

Friendly staff! Clean Facility! Definitely come to this location to donate, helping save lives while making money .

I would highly recommend CSL plasma in rainbow City alabama. The staff is very professional they take excellent care of all of their clients.

Great employees that work hard. The down side is when they are short staffed is the long wait.

The wait is unbearable, no excuse for this. Maybe they should take a note from other companies. Area they ever going to get it in gear

Great Awesome people friendly environment also does a great Awesome job

Love this location! Everyone who works here is so nice

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.