*Note: Eligibility criteria may vary by center. Check with your local facility for specifics.*
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.
*Note: Deferral policies vary by center. Confirm with your local facility.*
*Note: Documentation requirements may differ by center.*
*Note: Preparation guidelines may vary by center.*
*Note: Policies, compensation, and procedures differ by center. Contact your local facility for details.*
270 E 6th St
Reno, Nevada 89501
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Discriminated against me for being in a sober living APARTMENT!!!! I USED TO DRINK AND DON'T AMYMORE BUT THEY JUDGED ME. MEANWHILE TAKING ME TO ROOM 6 FOR 3 DIFFERENT THINGS LIKE IM IN TIMEOUT. THATS HOW I KNOW THEY ARE JUST JUDGING. I HAD A ISSUE WITH A WORKER IN CALIFORNIA 1 YEAR BEFORE SO THEY TOOK ME TO ROOM 6 TO DISCUSS IT AND TELLING ME AS IF IM THE PROBLEM. THEN THEY YOOK ME TO ROOM 6 BECAUSE A COUPLE TIMES MY BLOOD PRESSURE WAS HIGH TWO YEARS BEFORE N THE LAST THING WAS I LIVE IN A SOBER LIVING APA
Everyone here is sooo nice and attentive, never had a problem with anything here. Since day 1 they've helped me every step of the way with any questions I had. Very clean, very quick and easy. 10/10 recommend!!
I would not use this particular Grifols. The 6th street Grifols has a management that will defer you on the basis of your opinion. The asst manager should be fired and is an absolute liar and condescending representation of management. His name is Greg. I want to take this to the absolute highest management of this company, but there's only one reason I don't and that's because of the manager Jason. 80% of the staff is unbelievably kind but the other 20% will get you deferred without question. There are a l
A very stable, structured and organized staff and facility!!! who well deserve the recognition and appreciation for always accurately working with integrity, dedication and studying for the future of this industry!! I'm incredibly proud to be a donor to help those in need and support this location. Thank you grifols, you're awesome!!
I've had a positive experience so far. 1st visit of course takes a lot of time, but wanted to hop on here and give a thanks to Kailyn (hope that's how you spell it) for being top notch. I slowly felt like I was going to faint while donating, raised my hand, and she came over to assist. I went from feeling like I was going to pass out to a full recovery in less than 5 min thanks to her help.
I love this place and the people that work there honestly they are all so kind and caring Jason and Christina they both make my day and make me feel like I am not just a donor but a person. I love going there twice a week.
Amazing experience every time!!! I'd say so far everyone has done amazing ?? I really appreciate Jason he knows how to stick and gives great advice to keep coming back to donate again !! I'd recommend this location to anyone!!
Only place I will donate plasma. Top notch medical staff doing my Initial screening. The phlebotomist Jason who stuck me was a class act. Low wait times and good donor pay.
Great place to give back or get a few extra bucks. First time donations take a few. But then again what medical facility doesn't nowadays. All and all good staff.
I had an issue with a disrespectful staff person. I had hoped for an apology - the professional response when a customer/donor complains about how he feels he's being treated. I left. Though the employee hasn't done anything to fix the issue, the management has bent over backwards to listen and address my concern. The management is approachable and open to concerns. They are all good people, mostly. I really enjoyed working with all the phlebotomists and all but one of the support staff. They're excellent
This is the best place in town to donate plasma. They are quick, courteous, good at sticks, AND they are willing to compensate better than others. The app lets you answer the questions online before getting here so the wait is decreased. Most importantly, our donations make it possible for Grifols to continue providing life-saving interventions for thousands of people who depend upon them/us to be able to live normal lives. If you are not happy with your current donor place, come here.
Good staff here, always treated with respect.They create a great environment.Fast process ,Thank you
6 hours. It took 6 hours WITH an appointment. Machines stalled multiple times during the process, got screamed at by a homeless man in the parking lot, and my arm is purple from how tight the gauze wrap was put on
Very polite staff and have a much faster process as a new donor compared to other donation centers. Also, their compensation is the same no matter what rather than changing based on weight!
Nathan was super helpful and made me feel very comfortable. Need more people like him.
Janet was very professional and informational. Top notch employee I felt very comfortable. Thank you
The staff is amazing and i feel really safe donating there! Great establishment.
Don't donate too much for a perfect match. If you donate 6 you have to donate exactly 6 no if ands or buts next month Also no eczema allowed
Great and professional. Always so knowledgeable and funny definitely makes for a enjoyable experience
I enjoy donating plasma at the Grifols center great employees always greeting me & friendly towards all donating patients. I feel good knowing that the plasma is used for medicine for patients all over the world. It feels good to get compensated money but feels better knowing you helped out a life or possibly saved a life with the plasma medicine.
I think that everyone there at the Sparks location is outstanding! Very professional, courteous and just nice overall!! I especially think that Anna and Tatum are simply awesome!!!
Supposedly new donors can walk in. I expected to wait, but not for an hour and a half before getting acknowledged. So as I'm sitting there, I see all these return donors come in and complain about the app not working, not getting paid for their last donation, etc. I took this time delay as a blessing and ran for my life.
Grifols has been a great help for me in making ends meet, and it helps people in need! Everyone I've come across who works at the clinic near me has been super nice, which makes donating extremely low stress and easy. ????
Going downhill it seems. Not as good as they used to be. They habitually make mistakes that get me deferred for 56 days. Not once have I been rude to staff, I'm always calm, respectful and professional. When I requested to transfer to the other building in Sparks, I suddenly became an, "undesirable candidate" and that my veins are not good(after 6 years of donating). Rather than try to be better they chose to be petty about my criticism. Funny thing...Octapharma has no issues with me. My advice, go to Octa
You're not supposed to donate if you're sick. Why then would they require or allow obviously sick staff to work (not even the courtesy of a mask)? Now I am sick. Make it make sense.
Don't bother scheduling an appointment, seems like it doesn't matter if you schedule ahead or not. I had an appointment, showed up early and still waited an hour just to get in, not only that people who showed up well after I had checked in were screened and let threw before I was. Other than that staff are great, friendly and always upbeat. Just need to work on what seemed to be favoritism when they decided who goes in next....
Professional, respectful, clean and most importantly they genuinely care about the donors. Plus all the staff here take the time to get to know you and calls you by name.
Excellent place I truly love coming here,but, recently they stopped showing movies. The movies are a great distraction from why you are there, such as the needle. They really need to bring back the movie's. The staff is quite capable of doing their work while the movie is on. Also I want to recommend Jason as employee of the month. He is excellent at doing his work and always goes above and beyond to make sure the person he is working on is safe and comfortable. I recommend this place very highly.
I have been going to Biomat for about 9 months. I can't say enough about how professional and friendly their staff is there. They are always happy to see me and they make me want to continue to come back. Recently I was tended to by Jordyn and it was a great experience. She made me feel comfortable and walked me through what she was doing and answered all of my questions. The procedure also was not that evasive and I could barely feel anything. I appreciated her and the care she gave me. I will continue to
Friendly staff and relatively painless process! If you're a first time visitor I recommend getting here at an early appointment time as it does take a while to get all set up. I was the first of many new patients during my visit and it took about 2.5 hours.
I don't typically offer reviews however this Biomat location has improved so much over the years I wanted to spread the word. The employees here are super nice and friendly. Everyone goes out of their way for you to every extent possible. Whether you have never been here, or just have not been here in some time, I highly recommend coming in and experiencing what is now a very positive experience and efficient process.
I'm questioning whether I want to change plasma donation centers. It seems that the new employees at this center have difficulty at properly using the equipment. I am very upset because I waited 40 minutes after my appointment time to be called to a booth. Everything checked out fine, except when he went to take my temp, the thermometer that he quickly and carelessly scanned across my forehead said I had a temp of 99.7 degrees. He then scanned my temp again and came out with a normal reading. He then s
I love this donation center. I have been coming here off and on for a couple years, and have been able to overcome my fears of needles and blood through donating plasma. The staff is all so wonderful, patient, and communicative. Jordy is so friendly, does an incredible job making everyone feel comfortable, and is so gentle while poking. Thanks you guys, keep up the great work!
I'm really impressed with the changes this facility has made in the past couples years. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They don't treat you like you're a number. Jason, Emily and Linda are a few of the great ones working there. They make your time there enjoyable and positive. Thank you to all the staff and the great job they do..
I've been donating at this location for a month now and I have had such a good experience here ! The tech Jason here is beyond amazing every single time ! He goes above and beyond for everyone here and does such an amazing job ! He makes every visit here a fast and friendly visit! He makes it worth the wait and he's super professional and funny ! Thank you Jason and the biomat team for making me a return customer every time !
I'm an Army Veteran and I consider myself lucky to have found this place,,the Staff are some of the most amazing people I've ever met. They treat you with the utmost Kindness and Respect They also have a beautiful sense of humor. I've never had a bad experience since my first Donation,,I actually look forward to going there. I enjoy their Company so much.
Overall a great experience there, everyone is friendly and the process for donating is almost always quickly done and easy. I've been going here for 8 months. Jordyn does a wonderful job and is always pleasant to talk to and she's great at setting me up for a donation.
They get you in and out of there as quick as they can. The staff are enjoyable to talk to, and I love catching up with them every time I come back. The process to get in is organized and in a timely manner, I can say there are definitely no complaints.
I have been really nervous coming here on 6th street plasma.at this location was a great experience...! Jason on day shift he had calm my nervous down and totally comparable the way he does is job very perfeshional....! So I don't mind coming 2 a week t save lifes....thank you!
Susan was the woman that did my intake and physical and she was amazing! Made me feel comfortable and explained everything in detail. Jarrett was the technician that actually hooked me up to the machine and he was also very informative, patient and made me feel very comfortable.
The experience I've had while donating has been nothing but amazing. Everyone has been respectful and has answered all of my questions, the staff is also very good at keeping conversations going while waiting. Jason has been so nice and respectful each and everytime I've come to donate, he has been the one to set me up and get ready to be poked. Becca has also been nothing but respectful and helpful as well when it came to any questions or issues as well. I'll definitely keep coming back to donate here.
Everyone is very professional and very nice. John & Jason took care of me and my experience was great. They are very knowledgeable and have a positive attitude and great bedside manner. I definitely recommend this location. All of the staff I have encountered have been excellent to work with.
Mrs.Susan was very professional and she took extra care to be mindful and respectful of my boundaries when it came to the physical. She was also very comforting and made sure I understood the entire process before we began. 10/10 Amazing human being!
I had a great first experience. I have donated at two other centers in the past and this place is by far the friendliest and most efficient. Highly recommended. The staff is super friendly and Sunday seems like a pretty mellow day and easy to get in and out.
Very nice, welcoming staff! Leanne O. Made me feel welcome from the start. Very professional and informative. I would definitely recommend Biomat for plasma donating.
The workers know what they are doing, are always nice and make me laugh at least once each time I come in. They play good movies while you are donating. The process is fast, painless, and enjoyable. Plus you earn money. Definitely recommend.
Leaving this review while I'm currently on my 2nd visit. Staff the very first day we're very professional and kind. I have never donated plasma ever in my life but they made it an easy process and explained everything in detail and educated me on the process. Make sure you allow yourself a few hours to get through the screening and physical. This is a lengthy process, but you only go through that long process once when you are a new donor. The questions you're asked may seem redundant, but it's to make su
Julia is fantastic with a stunning regal aura!
I have been a donor since 2016 and have experienced quite a few donations up until currently. I'm very satisfied with the staff and management. Im Always treated well. One person In Particular always makes sure I'm good, taken care of and that I have a smooth experience. Her name is Jordyn! She is a hard worker and an amazing person! Keep up the GREAT WORK JORDYN!!!!!!
These people are the most amazing people. They care about what they do. I've been giving there for a year now with 67 donations, I'm blessed because they employ the best, and caring people in the world. I give because a friend of mine needs it but it helped also with the money they pay to get me moved out of a really ghetto neighborhood into a better place. PLEASE GIVE HERE!! This is an amazing cause to give to and because these men and women are the BEST AT WHAT THEY DO!!!
I moved across town, so I haven't been for a while, but when I was going frequently, it was a great way to 1) serve the community, and 2) make some fast cash. The staff was efficient, helpful and kind. This is a great reminder for me to figure out my new route and get back over there. I'm only cheating myself!
Came in as a new donor, had a quick and pleasant experience. Met one of the managers named Mayra. She was awesome. Highly recommend going here. You can save lives and make some extra money.
The phlebotomists here are amazing. I have deep veins and yet they almost never have any problems getting me on the first stick. The appointment system is quite convenient and the pay, while not great, is decent enough. This is a center managed by actual phlebotomists and it shows. Edit- while it isn't enough to lower my rating (at least not yet, we'll see how it plays out long term), I have discovered a bit of an irritating policy that they have. During a donation I had an infiltration (which happens, even
I enjoy donating at Biomat, it's a great cause and a nice little bit of cash on the side! The staff is nice, and professional!!
Jason, Emily, Linda and Crystal are amazing! Everyone treats me like family and they all make me laugh. This team in Reno is the best, thank you everyone for all your hard work and for all the laughs we share together as we work towards a good cause. Yours Truly ~ Rebekah
Biomat is amazing! place is always clean and the staff is very friendly. The nurses are very skilled, Linda works fast and precise. Becca helps keep things clean and organized, she is good at checking in on all the donors.
Anna provided professional a friendly care in a timely manner !! Great support and care every time I donate !
Terrible. They literally take a part of you, just to not pay you what they said they would. I'd say this place is a joke, but manipulating a hungry homeless person isn't funny. This place is disgusting, ask any Manager there how often they donate.
The best in town- appreciate the clean facilities, friendly staff, and the ability to make an appointment. Shout out to Jordin- I'm a massive baby about needles, but she was able to make the experience literally painless (no joke, the needle did not hurt this last time which is insane to think about).
I've been donating at bio may since 2017 and they have always been super nice and very professional. Even on their busy days they still manage to stay composed and are polite and courteous. I will continue to donate here. Also very clean.
The staff is always friendly, and helpful. Always makes me feel welcome and have no issues with being stuck, and any issues I have that may occur are always put to rest in a timely manner and always checked upon often.
I went in to donate and was taken care of by Jordy. She was wonderful polite and went the extra mile to make sure I was comfortable throughout the entire process. Her and the staff there are A-1 and had me in and out in no time!
Very clean place , staff are pretty chill and they are fast for the most part . Very good place. I'm loving the appointment set up and express kiosk on my phone which is very convenient if I need to go right then . ????????????
Staff was wonderful and very helpful. Gave me great tips to be prepared whenever I decide to come back to donate. Great environment and will indeed return for another donation.
Jordyn and Susan were outstanding! Very kind, patient, and understanding. They are knowledgeable and skilled at what they do. Jordyn gave me a great stick, no pain! Will be back again.
I've been coming here for years and have never had a phlebotomist as good as Jordyn. She's quick and friendly and I never feel when the needle goes in. Definitely recommend asking for her if you donate.
Been going here for almost a year and it's always been great. Always in good hands with Jordyn. She's very friendly and makes you feel welcome. Highly recommend.
I have refered 4 new people to this place they all donate regularly now and i never got my referral bonus from not one of the referrals. They only give you 6 minutes to be late for your appointment and then you can't donate but yet they take over an hour most times to just get you in the booth. Then when you get to the back you watch a bunch of people who should be working doing nothing. 8 out of 10 times I go here it takes them well over two hours and they always miss or bruise my arm so I can never mak
Very clean facility and as of Dec 2023 paying the best returning rates for those that have previously donated. Staff is friendly and professional. If looking to donate plasma definitely check this place out!
Everyone is very efficient and very kind. I have never had a bad experience with staff here. Josh snd Crystal were lovely on my last visit
This place is absolutely awful. I've been unable to donate here several times this week not because of anything I did. But once was because their staff can't input data correctly so I wasted 2 hours just to be sent home because of their error. I've had to leave twice after that because even though I made a appointment and was on time to said appointment they were too short staffed. Im now sitting here a hour past my appointment and im not even being called back.this place is a joke don't go here.
Jordy is the the best Fleb. Wonderful needle sticks and she is very helpful and friendly. Josh and John are also very helpful and overall the staff at here are very welcoming and friendly every time I visit.
Very nice, professional staff. Olivia, jason, jarret, amani, julissa and jordan are amazing at getting me processed and ive never once been hurt by them!
My first visit went smoothly. All the staff here are friendly and explain the process throughly. I was a little scared at first but they helped calm my nerves.
Incredibly horrible management at this place, can not believe anyone still works there. The employees are treated so horribly and always complain to me about not getting their breaks and lunches. The employees make less than the people at fast food places or the cleaners at boomtown. Juvenal Mojarro, the "Center Manager" needs to step up his leadership and take care of his employees.
I've been going on and off since 2016, I've never had a problem. Most people who work there are friendly and professional. They do their best to get you in and out, depending on how busy. Overall I've had a good experience.
The whole center does an amazing job! Very clean facility and friendly staff. Becca does a an amazing job of making the donors and her staff happy and comfortable. Very professional and personal! Great donation center
Jordyn is an great Phlebotomists and an even better person. She is very helpful and knows how to put a smile on your face. You're in good hands with her!
Great staff always friendly and helpful even during long wait times which can happen they maintain a professionalism and empathetic service making sure you feel welcome at all times!
Love the fact that you guys answer questions. An you have a great team! I was really scared the first time, but Susan was really wonderful a made it more of a enjoyable experience. Thank you ??
Been donating for well over three years now. And let me tell ya'll, haven't had any regrets since day one! Ok, let me stop lying. Scars aren't the best but if taken care of properly Scarring will fade away. JASON!!!! REBECCA!!!!! LINDA!!!!! Apologies got to be dramatic representing their names ?? Staff is so friendly that they almost become like family.
Jordyn was very profesional and friendly she made me feel comfortable during my donation. The process was fast and for that i made Bio mat my preferred place.
Jason, Wendy, Nazeli, Nanette all the coolest and welcoming people. It's a cool place that helps have a great day
Everyone at biomat on 6th Street in Reno is amazing, CMS Susan & Kim made me feel very comfortable when I had a slight deferral and resolved the issue quickly, Both members of management John and Greg are also helpful and great! along with all the other friendly staff. I recommend Bimat over any other plasma donation center in the area. Always have great experience when donating! Helpful to adding extra money to my pocket while helping others in life saving medicine! -Peter
Victor was amazing!!!!!! Took the best care of me and even helped me tease my adorable husband.
The staff and personnel here on this site are very knowledgeable and eager to help you! Once you have established a account there then you are able to go through the screening process in order to see if you are eligible as a potential donor! Once you have been approved as a potential donor, if you were referred by anyone who already donates their please say their name and both you and the referral will receive extra cash that month! Upon entering twice a week by your second or third month it'll be just like
Jordyn is amazing! I usually get nervous with needles but she was so kind and a great conversation starter! Recommend her and this place to donate:)!!
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.
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.
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.
Plasma donors are legally capped at two donations per week or 7-day period, with at least 48 hours in between each donation.
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.