Grifols Biomat USA Lakewood, CO

Grifols Biomat USA Lakewood, CO

Reviews Summary

The majority of reviews are highly positive (5-star), praising the staff's friendliness, professionalism, and ability to make donors feel comfortable. Many highlight the clean facilities and efficient service, though a few mention occasional delays. Some negative reviews cite unprofessional behavior or inconsistent service. Specific staff members are frequently commended for their kindness and skill, while a few donors express frustration with certain interactions or management. Overall, the center is well-regarded for its welcoming atmosphere and competent team, with minor critiques about occasional inefficiencies or interpersonal issues.

About This Listing

Ages 18-69
In order to donate plasma at Grifols Biomat USA Lakewood, CO, you should make an appointment.

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
In order to donate plasma at Grifols Biomat USA Lakewood, CO, you should make an appointment.

Contact Information

Address

8800 W Colfax Ave

Lakewood, Colorado 80215

Customer Reviews

most staff members are really great. The nurses who take vitals up front are always nice. Zee the floor manager is extremely mean to her staff and some times to donors too. You can literally feel the hole mood change when she comes in and not in a positive way. One of her staff members asked for help be cause my machine was not flowing and she replied with ?you all are going to get a rude awakening when you don't have zee in a few months it's always zee i need this and do that , you guys don't like to do no

I would like to extend my gratitude to Joey and the staff at Grifols for an improved experience during my second visit. This appointment was significantly more efficient compared to my initial visit, largely due to the professionalism of the staff. They ensured that I was properly cared for and facilitated a prompt process for my visit. Joey, who took my blood sample, was particularly commendable; he made me feel welcome and provided outstanding customer service. I appreciate the efforts of everyone at Grif

This plasma center runs very smoothly thanks to Gretchen the manager. The wait is never very long and facility is always clean.. The staff is professional, polite and courteous.. I highly recommend this Plasma center over any other plasma centers in Denver..

Wow! Monique, Kennidi and team are amazing! I feel so happy to be able to support all the wonderful ways plasma helps others. It blows me away to think about how many lives this great team has made a difference for every single hour of every single day! Sean was outstanding in getting me up and rolling. I highly recommend this outstanding team! They are professional, organized and ??on point! Thank you Grifols! Keep up the incredible work!

Friendly staff, short waiting times. Only wish the fees were bigger, but we all also wish to win the lottery, so no real issues. Comfortable seats wiped down between each person, very clean. Aurelio and Niki have excellent book recommendations while donating and Monique is very courteous and tries to make you aware of upcoming promotions at the center. For people considering donating, the saline will feel cold at the end, so bring a jacket to drape across yourself if you are easily chilled.

Grifols is a very friendly and clean place. Donating for a great cause and gaining extra cash at the same time is simple. I feel safe here and I am always treated with kind happy people that work here. Very knowledgeable and informative staff that care. Staff member Monique is very kind, funny, informative and gentle! Much appreciated her kindness!

I've been coming here twice a week for the better part of a year and have only had positive experiences. Joseph is very gentle and always does a great job, but I have had great experiences with all the staff here.

They have amazing customer service and they go above and beyond to ensure your safety and the safety of others . The one who stood out of everyone was Sean with his excellent explanation and examination ensuring you understand everything and ask questions throughout the process. I am a new donor. I was nervous and he made the experience amazing and I will be definitely returning to donate to this location

I've been coming here on and off for about 4 months now and I have nothing but positive things to say. It's very clean and comfortable inside, the staff is incredibly friendly and always happy to answer any questions. Monique helped me this last time and she was wonderful!

I've been donating for quite some time, and I've always had a great experience. A big thank you to Monique for being so kind and friendly! All Grifols staff have been amazing.

All of the staff is warm and welcoming. Friendly atmosphere. Rylie was great today. It doesn't leave gouges in the arms. They have skills!

Monique Was amazing She was so talented And so grateful she was so nice!! love eveyone here tho I wish I need to remember everyone?s name the new guy Up front and the lady training him Just wonderful people make you feel comfortable!! I love coming here

Monique and Kennedi have been very sweet and awesome at making the donor process comfortable. All the staff have been super friendly as well. My favorite donor spot forsure. I never had a bad day here. Thank you grifols staff.

The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, and easy appointment scheduling make for short wait times! Monique is aLeah?s extremely friendly, skilled, and always has a smile on her face!

One of my favorite centers in Colorado to visit especially when Monique, Kennidi and Zee are on the floor they consistently make my visits enjoyable. I usually walk in exhausted from the day. After my visits I'm grinning from ear to ear.......'Pumpkin'!

Been coming here for a long time and love it! Riley is typically the one who helps me and she's awesome! Everyone is incredible though!

Ive been to many of Grifol ?s locations but by far this is the best location. Staff is always pleasant and welcoming. Kennidi always greets me with a smile asking me how my day is going.

All of the staff are great! Monique, Heidy, zee, and Liz are very nice . Everyone makes you feel so comfortable. The center is very clean too.

Morning staff can be very rude, particularly the supervisor with no compassion for donors. Phlebs are very unprofessional, loud, and disruptive. Now I go to the one in Aurora, so far so much better!!! Friendly, warm, and professional staff!

Love love love coming here. Everyone is so freaking amazing and so thoughtful. I especially appreciate Marie and her superb attitude and attentive customer care. Will never go anywhere else!!

Gave my first donation yesterday! All of the staff were super friendly and professional. Monique was especially helpful and knowledgeable. Will be back!

They were professional, friendly, and made sure I felt at ease during the donation. Kennidi took the time to answer all my questions, ensuring I was informed and comfortable.

Super Friendly and very amazing place!! Have never donated with another center and don't need to! All of your plasma questions are answered by the amazing staff such as Monique & Kennedy!! Have been a donor since 2021 and will continue to donate here!!

Kennidi is one of the most sweetest people ever!! She is awesome at her job and just an awesome person in general. Would highly recommend her as your phlebotomist!!!

I've been going twice a week for a year+. Great for a little fun spending cash. Heidy was great, super friendly and I barely even felt her put the needle in.

Sean and Monique are amazing made me feel so comfortable and relaxed love the energy here on the other hand do not like the fact that certain staff members will ignore people when there is something wrong when donating on top of that feel the need to tell a person to shut up the staff know what there doing when they clearly don't on top of that it's not a once in a while thing it's a every day thing and refuse to give you there name so you can make a complaint

One time when I was donating here, I was walking through the lobby when I tripped on my own untied shoe lace and the medical staff Ian flew over the counter and caught my forehead as it was about to hit the concrete floor by placing a squeezy stress ball between my head and the floor at the very last second. If it hadn't been for the medical staff Ian, I surely would have died. He's also just constantly pleasant and smiling. He adds charm to this establishment just by being there.

all the team members I've acquainted are professional and attentive. I always enjoy chatting with Aurelio, he's very kind, patient, and explains anything I have questions about.

HEIDY ?lvarez is an amazing phlebotomist. When I come in, she always has a smile she helps me and the stick is perfect. It feels like I don't even get stuck with a needle. It's a great atmosphere in here Thanks to her and I just wanted to let you guys know that this is the best Grifols in Colorado

I can't just pick one staff member here...but if I really really had to as a ultimatum, then it's gots to be my one an only Ms, Monique! Always smiling, bubbly and happy to take the plasma from my body lol thanks for the service!

It's always such a pleasure donating plasma when Kennidi is working. She always makes my experience so pleasurable & tolerable.She is always so personable and has a wonderful attitude!

SHOUT OUT!!! Joey is doing great! He checked me in with ease and professionalism! He's very friendly and seems like he will fit in here with the staff and donors!

Kennedi is absolutely fantastic. Super friendly, and out going. So far she's nailed the stick on my deep, roley veins.

Monique, Abby and Niki are all gems! Friendly, professional and efficient. Also have an easy time at this center!

Kennidi is great always so helpful and friendly. knows what she is doing and quick to help out anywhere and everywhere. Great place to donate ??

Hello, I have recently starting donating again and this place is great. Shout out to Kennedi, she has really made the process easy and comfortable for me !

Grifols is a great place to donate. Everyone is super friendly and caring. Hillary is my favorite phlebotomist person at Grifols! She always makes me smile!

The whole crew are extremely courteous professional and comical.that being said I won't pick just one as the whole team deserves complements and thanks.

Shout out to the top notch #1 best Grifols rep this side of the Mississippi... my man BIG SEAN ! This guy can't be beat on any level of customer satisfaction even if you can't donate he still can tell you "try again tomorrow sorry" & you can't even be mad about it cause he's so professional and sweet about it haha jk great guy overall

Great place to go I highly recommend it also Kennidi is a great staff worker always have no problems with her she sticks me perfect Everytime an I hate needles an she does it perfect every time as a professional she is.

Clean and convenient. Easy process. Friendly staff. I really enjoy Heidy's kindness and good humor!

Kennidi and the team are awesome, very kind and professional. Kennidi is great at what she does, I never feel it when she sticks me.

I had an excellent experience for my first time donating , which was a bit nerve racking at first but, Kennidi was very professional and so very comforting.

BIG shout out to ALL the staff Members, HOWEVER, Mr Aurelio Is the outstanding person who deserves a round of applause and hopefully WE win the Nintendo Switch. Thanks to Grifols Lakewood. Gracias. Hilario Anastacio Vasquez

Wow kennidi is amazing ! I felt so comfortable and I needed more information on this process would totally recommend her ! Thank you ????

Young lady Heidi did a great job. She's down to earth and doesn't see herself better than anyone else! Very important in a work environment. Good job Heidi keep up the good work!

Kennidi is always very kind and attentive . Thank you! Go see Kennidi for the sweetest and kindest service.

Monique was so amazing during the entire process! Very kind and respectful and made everything a breeze!

Zee and Monique are super friendly and make everyone feel comfortable writing your first donation or 100th.

The experience is smooth and comfortable. The staff is very considerate, especially Kennidi

Worst place to donate! Place is dirty, staff does not care about you one bit! In three donations they could not get a vain and stuck me in both arms multiple times , infiltrated my veins and left me with bruises for 2 weeks go to a different facility if you want to make a difference.

Always a solid experience, in and out pretty fast & everyone's always friendly, which definitely helps.

The facility is very clean and the staff is helpful especially Monique and Zee. They're the best!!!

Kennedi is the best! And staff is always super friendly and make your hour go by fast!

It was 2 a.m. in the morning when the when I we were in Hanamura. We try the capture first point but the point is broken. There is a contest going on because Lucio is in the in bell. Reinhardt pinned me into the corner and I am stunned. Hanzo does his dragons, yelling at the top of his lungs. Ian is the newest DPS, he is the 43st hero. Ian shield bashes into dragons and saves me. Ian is now the meta in the top 500 competitive. Ian is the best hero and needle poker. 10/10 would be saved by Ian again.

Ryley was very friendly and upbeat on a Thursday morning where the business is shorthanded, thank you!!

Great phlebotomists and they are super fast at getting you through the process. Highly recommend this center.

They're amazing.The staff is super nice and helpful. Kennedy monique And z Are amazing technicians? The staff is so helpful and ready to answer any questions you may have. The facility Is clean And organized I'm extremely happy with the time I have spent here.

Update: The environment has changed quite a bit Z is very unprofessional and is often talking badly about her coworkers or oversharing inappropriately about her life or others. It's often uncomfortable for myself and other donors. I will be going to another center.

Saw someone else mention it, but they use infrared thermometers. Came in and was deferred because I had a 100 degree fever. I assure you I would be in bed feeling like garbage if my temperature was above 100. I understand it's protocol, but it's a lil ridiculous. Update: 10 mins after being deferred, I returned home and took my temperature using an oral thermometer. A perfect 98.6 degrees. Please use a more accurate form of temperature reading so you can get my delicious plasma and I can get paid. Thanks

Horrible service told me I could donate then said no without reason I've been 5 times said no every time I went to bio plasma in Thornton. Not only did they say yes and do their job amazing but they provide snacks and drinks to prevent feeling sick before and after.

Ryley was awesome in facilitating my donation. The entire staff is so helpful and welcoming.

Kennidi did a great a job with my appointment today. Highly recommend going here for plasma donation

Great staff I'm a frequent donor and the whole staff is always awesome Liz see kennidi Monique heidy

Great experience with the staff so far. Patient, easy to talk to, and transparent. I was pretty apprehensive about donating plasma but their customer service and professionalism really makes the experience. They sure could use an upgraded computer system though geez

Donating plasma is such a pleasant experience at the center. There's literally no wait time, all the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Zee and Monique are among my preferred technicians. Always very sweet, talkative and welcoming. They do the best needle pokes too! Donate today at this center, overall excellent experience every time.

Marie, Monique, zee and heidy are excellent staff and are very nice, makes the place a pleasant place to donate.

Good place to come donate Monique is always helpful and the other staff are very friendly as well

I've donated Plasma at a few places, but honestly this has been my favorite. Everyone is friendly and on top of getting everything done. Scheduled appointments mean that I know how long and when to come in. Even when I'm running late or early everything is done very well! Glad to be able to help the community.

Kennidi and Monique are awesome! Very fast ,efficient and friendly.good experience.

Kennidi and Monic an Zee are Amazing people , Walk you thru each step of the process.. Thank you everyone!!

Always is a great time and stress free . Thanks to these ladies .. zee, Monique, kennidi

Kennedi is a great phlebotomist and always has good energy and a sincere demeanor, 5 stars

Wonderful service from all of the staff, very easy to get along with. You can tell they all have a passion for what they do here. Nana was wonderful, with a gentle touch. Definitely coming back for more fonstt

Awesome staff. Clean facility. I've been donating here for over 2 years. Very clean building as well as proper steps for a safe donation. Z and Monique, Ryley are amazing on the floor.

Monique, zee, and Kennidi are the best! Everyone else is great too!

Monique and kennidi are great they made this experience smooth and comfortable 10/10

I use to come here a few years ago, then started back about a month ago, and just wanted to say the staff here is AWESOME. I wanted to mention a few that really stand out out, Riley has always seemed to have a smile, and very helpful,, Sav she's awesome always happy and out going,, Monique also so out-going and always smiling. Everyone there is just plain Great, I wished I knew every ones name so I could mention them all. This, IMHO is a Win-Win-Win because you get to help others with your plasma and you ma

The employees here are top notch. Very professional and courteous. My only issue is the payments not going through. The 2nd time I donated I didn't get the new donor bonus. Told them about it on my 3rd donation and they said they would correct that. After a couple of hours passed after third donation I hadn't received ANY payment for third donation or the second donation new donor bonus. After calling it was fixed a couple of hours later. On my fourth donation yesterday (Friday) once again, absolutely no pa

Kennedi is always so nice and has a positive attitude!

I've always had a good experience here. The space is always clean and organized and the process very speedy, especially in comparison to other places! Everyone on the team here is always friendly and professional. Shoutout to Monique for always being so warm and sweet!

Riley did a great job, as always, today! Donation was a breeze

I've had the best experience at the colfax center compared to all the other centers I've donated at. Monique is always so efficient when she screens me being thorough and respecting my time. Savanna, Monique, and Zee have always been so kind on the donation floor and take the time to talk and remember me. I haven't had a bad experience with anyone and appreciate you all for making it a great experience.

Grifols is an awesome place to donate. Big shout-out to all the wonderful staff. Sean, Zee and Kennedy are so good at what they do. They make you super comfortable while being super efficient.

I have never been able to donate plasma at this center ever. I'm healthy and capable of a donation. The first 2 times they can't find veins. This time I was over 11 mo's past a surgery and still couldn't donate

Friendly staff, slightly dated look but facilities are clean and everything is well organized. I've been going for a few weeks and I enjoy the overall experience! The only issue is that things either work like clockwork or they don't work at all. For example, I had a 7:00 appointment but due to some type of calibration and other delays, I was sitting in the waiting room for almost half an hour. Unfortunately, if you have to go to work and have a hard stop, they may not always get to you in a timely manner.

Great people! They are always so nice and make the process go very smooth. Monique is the best always has me in a great mood during the screening process! I have a donation center across the street from home and will drive to this one just for the employees

Actually this place is -10. The people are nice, but communication is not a strong suite. I went and donated, then went back for a blood sample because there was some issue, not the problem, yet since the sample I have NEVER been contacted by the Grifols to let me know what is going on. I log into the site and it says my next donation can not be calculated. I know one of the questions you are asked is if your address has changed, this means if I have a damn deferral I should be contacted. That's funny I've

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.