KEDPLASMA Laredo, TX

KEDPLASMA Laredo, TX

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the professional, friendly staff and clean facilities, highlighting a welcoming atmosphere and efficient service. Many appreciate the dual benefit of helping others while earning income. However, a few criticize inconsistent bonus payouts, long wait times, or occasional unprofessional behavior from staff. The majority rate the experience highly, citing comfort, kindness, and a sense of community, though some note issues with needle insertion or post-initial donation pay reductions. Overall, positive experiences dominate, with minor complaints about operational inconsistencies.

About This Listing

Ages 18-0
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 18-0
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

320 W Calton Rd

Laredo, Texas 78041

Customer Reviews

Most of the staff is rude and are mean mugging the donors. Maybe that's why people stop going like myself because it is a very uncomfortable environment. Not to mention they don't know how to insert the needle. Don't get me wrong there was atleast 3 nice employees but that was it.

Worst plasma experience so far I've had the guy who stuck me messed up had a lady come over to fix his mistake she proceeded to get my blood everywhere wrapped me up and stuck me in my other arm my machine made alot of noises told her something was up and she said it's OK I noticed nothing happened and my arm was turning red she then comes over and finally fixi it so the machine start working and instant relief i was like that for 15 to 20 min spent more than my usual time

Great staff, place is always clean. I do have my favorite staff members who always seem to get things right the first time. Just don't take a phone call while donating or you'll get chewed out. Haha I may have learned the hard way.

I came to this establishment. Because I moved to Laredo, everything was good. I provided all documents. I passed the bill of health. I'm an active plasma donor the problem was my address. According to their documents, all I have to require. Is it address and a valid form of identification? I provide them the lease a valid ID/Driver license And that Driver's license was issued by the state of Texas. I honestly believe I was discriminated based on my address. It forced me to go to a different donation center

Love the friendly environment here! Staff here is amazing and extremely attentive. I've never had any issues or problems here. Staff always treats you like family and do above and beyond to make sure your experience goes as smooth as possible. Highly recommend this location as it's always clean, very fast paced and most important the friendliest in town. Also, I'd like to thank Ale for always making sure that my donation goes as smooth as possible. With staff like her, you'll be at peace of not having to wo

The staffing is wonderful! They make the whole process run so smoothly. Very attentive and always creating a fun atmosphere. There hasn't been a single experience where I didnt come out laughing with their jokeful conversations. They take pride in their job and care for their patients.

I'm not sure where the 4.9 stars come from. I have been to other plasma centers where there is more empathy for the donor's time. I do understand there are things you have to do besides serving the donor. If you see a line 13-15 donors deep and 1 screener, everything else should and can wait. Your employees act as the donors are a bother, and it seems a simple greeting or acknowledgment takes away life from them, since the many times I have been here I've only heard once. Not even when I registered as a ne

I like coming here. ?? ?? If u come just beware of Cassie cause if catches u on the phone there going to be a problem ?? ?? ?? but she's a good person I always like it when she's there.. And to all the other girls too I like the way they treat me .. I always try to make them laugh always asking them how there day is going just to have a conversation to make there day go faster. We'll I do recommend this center to everyone who what's to donate. This is the best place to come.

Great staff! Very friendly and answers any questions you might have. Always makes sure you are comfortable and checks up on you often to make sure everything is fine. The center is very clean so it makes it easier to feel safe while donating. The pay and bonuses are great. By far a great experience.

Friendly staff but always takes more than 24 hours for my donation money to be put into my account, on weekends it takes until Monday to get my money. Donated yesterday at 2pm and haven't gotten my money yet. I called and all they said was that they resolved my issue and hung out, logged into paysign and balance still not updated.

Worst experience ever. Not going back. And didn't get paid even though it wasn't my fault they put the needle wrong more than one time in one sitting. Very disappointed

It's a great place, only location I have attended and I like their great service. They try to be quick and make your experience as comfortable and easy as possible. Highly recommend.

Mainly good up untill yesterday had. A nurse poke my arm super hard needle was almost fully in was extremely uncomfortable, painful and too add on I almost passed out. 2 min after the poke I don't know her name but I'll find out and out of ten times I've gone in my life first time I'm bruised because of this

All staff in this location are amazing. I love their energy and how they all have fun with eachother as co workers, makes it seem like they're all family in a way. Everyone is extremely professional and yet fun to talk to on every visit. I cant see myself donating at any other location

It was a great first time experience. I'll love to donate again. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Rachael and Stephanie were super outgoing and fun. Paola was always making sure I was okay. Overall I loved it.

Been a donor for a few years now and by far Grifols has the best staff. The center is always clean. With everything that's going on I feel safe donating at this center. They staff always making sure I feel good after my donation unlike other centers I've donated in the past. Keep up the excellent work. Also the payouts and bonuses are excellent.

Great place! Friendly staff! Center is very clean they always make me feel welcome, money is good and most of all a great way to help save lives ?? Donate and feel great!

I am still coming to Grifols after 3 years. Staff is great here and very friendly so they make the frequent visits great. I love that they minimize any pains from the pokes and the time it takes to donate. I am in and out fast. I highly recommend that people come by and donate.

I've been part of the grifols family for a while now. I've never had a bad experience and my donations all have been smooth. I love the environment and the friendly staff. They always make sure you're okay and that you're being well treated which I always have.

Great staff! Great environment! Staff is friendly and perform their work in a professional efficient manner. They always make you welcome and make you feel at ease!

I LOVE this location the whole staff is super friendly and they always make me laugh. They treat you like family. I honestly wouldn't go to any other location.

Staff have always been nice. Keep the place very clean. Honestly if you ever have a question about anything ask the staff they're willing to help.

The center is very clean. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The experience is super easy. The bonuses are great and it feels good to know we are helping others.

Staff has very great service! They have Nice bonuses and rewards. The Grifols crew will assist you as best as they can. Shout out to the whole staffing from Grifols on saunders! Thank you, you all are an amazing and fun staff!!

Great place! Friendly staff! Center is very clean they always make me feel welcome ?? Donate and feel great! Help others and Good Pay

The staff is very nice and extremely professional. They are always friendly and take care of you asap!! Definitely recommend coming here.

Friendly staff, and it's for a good cause to donate. The money you get could be better. It was in the past...

Amazing Place?. The Staff are super friendly and courteous. The Place is very clean and organized makes your donation experience a pleasant one.

The service is great, always willing to help andnthe staff is kind. Clean and calm environment will come back.

Very polite and it feels good knowing im helping another person in need not only Am I helping but i also get paid to do so its a win win for me staff here are super polite and courteous they really make you feel comfortable

Very friendly staff, excellent service. One thing though... If you are a new donor they do start you out with great pay for like the first 7 to 8 times.. Then afterwards the pay goes down to a sad 30 to 40$ . Other than that the place is pretty good.

The experience is simple. The center is very clean and the staff is knowledgeable and courteous. The bonuses are great but the best part is we are helping others.

Grifols on Saunders is awesome! Great staff and smooth process. There's a few of the girls in the back room who start your connection that are awesome (Liza and Paola come to mind). Great place. Would definitely recommend to new or returning donors

Always greeted with a smile, kindness, and respect. Very professional staff. Clean and sanitized facility. Excellent way to help others and get compensated for your time.

I was treated really well in this facility. The people are nice and make sure you're healthy to donate. They offer a very clean environment. Would fully recommend to friends!

The staff here are so friendly and nice they make you feel welcomed and its such a great atmosphere overall!

Good location, great staff who do their job safely and swiftly. Professional and friendly all around.

I usually donate twice a week and I love that the center is always clean and the staff are super friendly. Donation time goes by fast and in the end it feels good to help people.

Edit: workers don't know what they are doing and do not know how to take blood pressure. Go to the other location. Not this one. Also the last two times I've been here they've missed my vein and had to move the needle around in my arm to find it. They need better training. The workers are polite tho.

It's been the best experience I've ever had and it's very relaxing they also have the best staff they are very nice.

My experience coming to the center is amazing. Very clean and professional very nice staff.i wouldn't go anywhere else. Thank you guys for everything you do .Maricela C

Great environment very professional every time I come to donate. The staff is friendly and helps wiry any concerns I have great service!

People here are awesome. Super nice and professional. Clean place and pleasant atmosphere. Highly recommend. Will be coming back!

Been coming here for a while now and can honestly say that I've have always had a great experience!

I have been donating in this place on and off since 3 years ago I like it because there is not much of donors but every time I go there is always 1 or 2 screeners and end up waiting like 30 to 40 min to be called I wish they had more people to screen. Other than that I like the customer service they are very friendly but just the waiting for me does not work especially because I am a very impatient person ??

Grifols has wonderful staff and a great team of phlebotomists. I never donate anywhere else because I feel taken care of here, and I like how they offer extra rewards if you go the extra mile!!

I can honestly say that I've never been to any place as friendly as grifols saunders. Everybody is so welcoming, and helpful. Never had a bad experience

If you decide to start donating with the hopes of getting that monthly bonus, you'll only be able to donate 4 times before they let you know that the people in Austin are "understaffed." Clearly gatekeeping the bonuses and playing it off like the workers there are frustrated with the delays too. Sure you are. And apart from them holding on to their money tightly they also have incompetent workers there that leave you bruised and talk in a condescending manner. Really sketchy. And just a waste of time. I'd r

This place have very professional experience employees whom greet you with respect. Also the staff are very polite very manner and caring . And the building is very spotless clean .

Biomat USA saunders located in Laredo Texas is great! Amazing staff makes me feel warm and welcome every time, plus now for November there's great bonuses ! They are great and very informative! Would come back anytime! With the holidays right around the corner I would recommend anyone to come for a little extra money plus you help save a life!

Started up again after about a month away. Process still smooth abd safe, staff still friendly and attentive. Glad to br helping out again.

Great employees. Helped me kindly with any questions I had. Very friendly while at the same time treating me professionally. Makes me comfortable donating.

I've been coming to Grifols for three years now (or maybe more) and have NEVER had any difficulty or complications in my process of donations. The staff is extremely friendly and well trained for customer service so you do not have to be perturbed. I would highly recommend Liza as anyone?s request. She is highly experienced and makes every donation go by effortlessly. All of the phlebotomists are always in lively moods so the 1 to 2 hours you're there will be amusing. And last but not least, the compensatio

Staff is always very professional. They also make it a priority to keep the place clean and sanitized. Really recommend

Great environment team members are wonderful faced paced and always there to help it also helps us and we help the people that need Especially Vane J is very helpful and awesome ?? ????

Great experience every time. From walking in through the whole process, always very friendly and professional. Great staff!

Have been going here for the past 4 years. Staff is well trained, friendly, and understanding. I have never had any problems.

Staff is friendly and professional at all times and donations process is usually quick. Center is clean and always has a welcoming environment, I highly recommend this center.

Love coming here the staff is awesome they make you feel like family. Very friendly and energetic.

I've donated here several times already and the staff is great and overall experience was awesome. Recommend this location/company!

Very friendly & professional staff, always get treated well here and they maintain the cleanliness of the donor center to the highest standards. Come check it out and don't forget, your donation helps save lives!

My experience at Grifols Biomat USA in Laredo, Texas has been amazing. The staff is very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable about their occupation and made my experience smooth and worthwhile. The facility is clean and well organized. If your thinking about donating plasma I suggest you do so, it's a win-win situation you help save lives and get an additional income.

Please come by and visit us here at the Biomat Saunders location. Not only do I love to work here but love to give our donors the best experience and fun time while saving lives! Hope to see our regular donors come back. For the new donors coming in, feel free to ask for me and please mention my post??.

Excellent Staff,friendly, polite also very clean. Learned more about the benefits people get when we donate plasma. Go donate and make a difference, and will get $$ while helping others.

Staff are always welcoming and very friendly!! Highly recommended paying them a visit!

Friendly staff and they are always making conversation with you! Makes your time go by fast! They always have good promotions and perks!

Great staff. Great atmosphere, definitely recommend. Everybody is professional and great. Definitly well trained and well handled. Thank you guys

I donate frequent. It's a nice atmosphere and the people are friendly and courteous. I suggest you visit and see for yourself and let them know I sent you. Use my code. Great customer service.

Experience is always good...fast ... And friendly.... Enrique is one of the mosy attentive nurses I've ever met.... Wouldn't choose a diff place to be donating at ??

Awesome staff and program, always striving to make your visit as quick and comfortable as possible

Such a very friendly and great staff. They follow procure as they should and their location is very clean!

Great staff and very clean. The staff is very friendly. They make things fun!

Great staff. I feel welcome hear. And i thank them for the amazing work they do

This place is amazing, the staff is super nice and I like the benefit to help others:).

Great service, amicable staff and a great way supplement your income and help others. Would recommend.

Biomat Saunders has the best service I have ever been to plus every single worker is so nice and friendly. Love everything about Biomat Saunders. -Luis Martinez

Great customer service, friendly employees, fun place to visit. Sometimes wish the process to get called for screening was faster but overall great!

Nervous when i first came in, but the staff are super friendly and make you feel comfortable.

Always Blessed to be helping other people in need around the World . Great Staff , friendly , considerate and helpful in every way. Fast ,easy and Convienent .We donors make a Difference !

The service here is great& quick they do an amazing job I don't even feel a thing when they poke me!

I go donate twice a week and the front people always greet me with a big smile the people on the back no c diga the best very friendly and it's always clean n super cold don't want to even go outside all Biomat employees r doing a GREAT JOB AL 100??????

Had a great experience, the process was quick and easy, any concern I have they always help me

Love the staff and environment! Very humble and fun to talk to! I try to recommend to any one talk to. To come and donate! Great Job staff!

Awesome people great when you need a little cash & your helping others with every two times you donate because that's what it takes to make the medicine from the plasma in your blood. I'm scared of needles; it's not so bad when you got good people around you.

Friendly staff, safe environment and great vibes! I always have a great donation experience every time.

My experience at grifols on saunders has been excellent they make you feel like family I love the atmosphere. I would recommend grifols to friends and family. I give grifols five stars this place is my home away from home

Super clean and friendly staff. The wait time is always minimal. Love the experience

Fast, easy, painless. Such a great way to help those in need and help myself in my struggles too. I spend, at the most, 45 min with the donation part.

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.