Octapharma Plasma Garland, TX

Octapharma Plasma Garland, TX

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the friendly, professional staff and efficient service, with many highlighting positive experiences and clean facilities. However, several complaints cite long wait times, understaffing, and poor customer service, particularly for new donors. A few mention payment issues or needle problems. While many donors recommend the location for its compensation and atmosphere, others express frustration with delays and mismanagement. The overall sentiment is mixed, leaning positive for regulars but negative for those encountering issues.

About This Listing

Ages 18-70
Walk-ins are accepted, and online appointments, for both new and repeat plasma donors

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 18-70
Walk-ins are accepted, and online appointments, for both new and repeat plasma donors

Contact Information

Address

#110, Garland

Garland, Texas 75043

Customer Reviews

Quick and easy I have noticed a staff change. Been coming for years. Most part try and get you in and out unless a lot of people come at the same time. You can only Donate 2x a week 1st 4 donations it's $100 per donation After that they have a calendar in the front. For example one month it will be like 1st week donation it's $50. Next donation in the same week will be $70. (I included the calendar example) !!!To maximize money go 2x in one week!!! Once you finish donation you wil be paid about 30min- 1

10 January 2025, have an appointment for 8:00 a.m. get here in the place is closed! No signs on the door, nobody call me and let me know that the appointments will be canceled. Nada. What are left earlier on my trip had I have known. Not at all courteous to look at your appointment book and not notify the people who have appointments you're not going to be there!

Update: try and avoid Samantha if you can. She tried crying her wyt-woman syndrome tears and tried to get me deferred?she's a big joke?no pun intended? Been to the Garland center in and out for almost a year and it's better than other local centers by overall cleanliness, faster process, and better WiFi. However my only issues are that Samantha who works at the front check in makes the process a pain in the rear. She is excessive when checking in I.e checking arms 3x, making you shake fingers, removing Ai

Any time I get on the machine i love the professionalism of the team and the continuity of the grifols technician customer service Maria Destiny Alison and Janet always make me feel respect and like my concerns are addressed and that my requests are met. I just want to say a special thanks to Mr Saba for making me feel like a hero and for having such a family feel to the place. If your donating being comfortable is a 101 and this place does perfect at doing just that

Very patient with each and all KP love this young gentle Man the Staff I've only met two Katie n Crystal and Christina something like that I'm very polite

Be aware of risk involved. My arm was bruise for two weeks, not able to donate and you don't get compensated for the pain. Etc that's why you sign a lot of forms before donating. In my case the needle wasn't inserted right and a big ball of blood formed on my arm for at least 10 minutes painfully. I originally didn't know if that was normal or not. Understandable mistakes happen but in my case the lady just goof off and didn't check her patient physically. Three starts bc I did get 100 my 4 first donation

If you do decide to go, I recommend that you recommend D.J, he's the most attentive and the most consistent by far! He's fast yet thorough when it comes to the donor process always professional, so 5 stars for him!

2nd time coming I was sat in lobby to ?wait on Samantha? who walked past me multiple times, screened 2 new donors before me then sat an joked around before someone else told her ?don't forget about that guy? which she replied ?what guy? I literally sat there N hour waiting for her which never came so someone else had to get me screened it like this a a joke

Wonderful experience! Samantha was great and the process went smoothly!

Fast and easy. If finished with the questionnaire, I can usually be in and out in an hour. (Friendly people, clean, very professional.)

Nice facility but it is always understaffed and/or the staff isn't in any hurry to get you screened. You can sit in the lobby for over an hour with only 8 to 10 people in the lobby, wow. Edit, this photo will show you exactly what I mean, a full lobby and only 2 screeners working, unbelievable.

I would have given this place 5 stars because of all the great people there, but for the past few weeks I've been going there is this one lady that doesn't know how to stick. So no now my arm is bruised because she didn't stick me right so they had to go into the other arm and bruised it. So now if I can't donate next week because I'm bruised and it's all her fault, I'm just screwed. I will never let her stick me again.

I don't understand what's going on today I donated a hour ago money hasnt hit my card no one to answer the phone either

I have had 4 great experiences at this location....but I have to reduce the stars to get someone's attention! I do not participate in bio identity ever. This fingerprint login is not the good idea ya'll think it is. I do not consent. On to the next location....farther away. ??

I've been donating plasma for years. It's a great way to earn money and you also feel good knowing you're helping out people who desperately need your plasma for life saving medical products. This location is great. It's clean, fast and safe.

Most Staff is awesome, certain attitudes ( see Albert Valdez review) are unprofessional but wait time and processing super inconvenient. Computer consoles are normally available to all. At this location you have to wait for staff to give you a tablet. Wait time could be better and processing.

I've been coming to this this location for the past few years and I've had a great experience everytime. They have always worked with me on whatever the issue was I was having if I couldn't donate if I ever had one. Otherwise I've always had a great experience.

Great staff. Always patient and kind.

The staff is friendly . I love Quil? she is my absolute favorite, along with neek and Kia

I don't see why they have 4.5 stars. I have been treated poorly most of the times I have been to Biomat / Griffol's Plasma Center in Garland. I've been very patient with them and tolerated poor behavior on many occasions. Today was my last visit. They will be dismissive and interrupt you while you are speaking. They don't listen to your needs every time. They will let you sit there for hours without speaking to people in line. If you don't have the patience of Job, do not attempt to donate. If you do donate

I wanted to like this place so much! The people are very friendly and have improved the time of donating greatly. But Recently there hasn't been enough technicians so they are overloaded. It really effects their quality of work. The girl that was my tech was overloaded and she bruised me so bad it took 3 weeks before the bruise went away. I don't blame her it's because she was overloaded. And I can only go on Sunday and Tuesday so I don't get the bonus! Really! Today the young man that was the tech was clea

Every time I come to this place they give me a problem. Their system is flawed. I answered my questions and it never told me on the app to go see management but when I came in I'm a new donor but you don't get the new doner fee. You can't say I'm a new donor and not get the fee. This is the 4th time I came up here And wasted my time.

I used to like this place; however, it really seems to have started going down hill recently. Used to the process was easy and you would be in and out in 1 or 1.5 hours, but my most recent times donating it has taken at least 3 hours. I'm not sure what the issue is. I decided maybe I'm coming in at peak times and they're busy, so I decide to come in on their off hours and even if it's just two or three people there donating, the staff then just seem to be too busy doing anything but setting up the IV for d

Super friendly staff. The place is also very clean. I like how every time I go, regardless of how busy they may be, they are always friendly and talkative. UPDATE: I would say 90% of the staff is super friendly still. But, there is one girl in particular that has rubbed me the wrong way more than once. Not sure of what her name is but, she is taller, blonde hair, and glasses. I totally understand that this job can be tiring and some donors are very disrespectful. However, I have tried to give her the ben

Edit: 2024. Still a great place to donate. Very clean, quick in and out, and very nice staff all around. It's good to donate plasma to help people, but corporate needs to quit chopping the pay. Based on old reviews, I had low expectations of this center. But it FAR exceeded those- very clean, nice professional people, quick in and out so far. Great place to donate.

I used to donate quite often for the extra cash and good it did for helping cure some diseases. There is one lady in particular who give me attitude every single time we cross paths. I'm not sure if she has something against the way I look or what but she always treats me with disrespect and gives off negative attitude. I went today after skipping all week and she turned me down due to the bruises her staff gave me. I understand not being able to donate since I have bruises but the way she addressed it was

This place gives a good amount in return for your donation, each wait time differs but overall a quick process. I love that the staff is so nice there. Definitely recommending this place to others!

I appreciate the staff at this location! Tia specifically came to my rescue last week. There was a slight mix up with the printed labels. She caught the honest mistake of another employee and volunteered to correct as well as make me feel comfortable again because I was tad nervous following the matter. She was friendly, competent of her work and thorough.

Looked great from the reviews, when I walk in the bald white guy was answering a good question on the phone of when their pay week starts and ends and answers it with an eye roll. He greeted me horribly and rolled his eyes when I said I wanted to be a new donor. I told him never mind and walked out. You are customer service if you are at that front desk and it was horrible and rude service.

Hardly busy and the employees get overwhelmed. 2nd time was great until came to disconnection time. I was done and sat there for a few minutes and waited for someone to come and disconnect me, when someone finally came she grabbed the disconnect station and rolled it right passed me to another lady next to me who was not finished and than walked away to chat it up with other employees than came back to chat it up with the man across from me seeing how much longer he has til he's done. I finally asked when s

I've been coming here for awhile and I must say that the staff has gotten much better at trying to keep it moving and shorten up the "Wait Time". The staff is always polite and greet you with a smile, Good People, Clean Center

Always super fast. On days when they're very short staffed I waited maybe 45 minutes to get stabbed, but that is still faster than my fastest day at other plasma places I had been to before. My typical day usually takes me just under an hour from the time I park to the time I leave and the staff is always super friendly and efficient.

I love to donate knowing I'm helping someone fight life's challenges. I love this location because everyone here is so nice and helpful and they all get along with each other and look like they enjoy their job unlike other plasma places I've been. I'd like to also say Allison is awesome and I love her happy vibes and great attitude. Thanks for a good experience.

They keep it real, you get paid: $100 your first four visits, pay attention and come when you're supposed to to get the $400. Staff on point, love em!

I showed up 2 hours early like they instructed me to do when I called. I came in 2.5 hours ahead of time and the front desk was rude and told me they wouldn't see me. I was the last person in line waiting to be acknowledged. She said I would take too long to see and they opened up at 7A and to come back. Don't tell people to come 2 hrs early and then turn them away.

Whoever does the scheduling needs to look outside their office. It is ridiculous to ask 2 people to work hard while one wonders around looking for a file with a manager. I make an appointment at 8 and felt bad for being two minutes late. An hour and ten minutes later I get to start donating? Now if there were a lot of people, or more than 10 in this entire building I could understand. But there's not. I can appreciate unforeseen circumstances and have compassion for these hard working people on the floor. I

The staff here is awesome and get you in and out as quick as they can. I feel welcomed every time I come donate. They are good about keeping up with bonuses and payouts. At the last center they were not as efficient. Thank you for running such a tight ship!

Vashnti is a hard worker always at work help others in need when ever someone doesn't stick me right she's always there to help me have a successful donation she always has a smile and a positive vibe every time I come and donate I want her to move up positions to supervisor or give her a wage raise she's a very good co worker with every one she has 2 years already working for biomat and Im wishing her for many more years working at biomat in Garland. The place wouldn't be the same without her.

Just like Walmart. All theses stalls and only 1 open. Takes 10x longer then it has to bc they never have enough staff, the staff they do have spend more time taking and wondering around than anything else. Used to be my favorite place, has quickly went down.

I have to say Samantha at biomat garland on Jupiter was very nice and professional . I have been to other plasma centers with great service , but her positive attitude and professionalism exceeded those of my expectations. Thank you so much for being who you are and keep up the good work I'm sure in no time you will be promoted! To a higher if not management position and that's just the least they could do for her. Thanks Sam.!

Well its 7:24 am on Friday the 13th, 2023, and i have driven about 6 miles to grifols as a new donor to begin donating. Keep in mind i called earlier in the week to double check on everything i needed to bring and was required of me before my first donation. I asked when they open she said 7 am. So to my surpirse today, i get here just after 7 am and the lone gentleman doing finger sticks conveys to me that he is there by himself and wont be doing new donors registration until 9:40 am. All and all pretty aw

Grifols Biomat USA has been a great experience for me. The staff is always on point and willing to help with any questions. The quality of service here is absolutely incredible. I would definitely recommend anyone to come here. If your new to donating, you will definitely feel comfortable.

The quality of service has gone downhill fast over the last several months. The employees here are extremely unprofessional and lazy. Be prepared to wait because they are almost always "short staffed" and will get to you when they feel like it... especially when management team is out of office. Employees throughout are constantly talking about one another (including management) behind each other's backs loud enough for multiple donors to hear. Two times within the past two weeks the donor portal showed

Very fast I'm always in and out. The workers a super friendly. As a new donor it only took 2 hours which is super fast compared to other places I have donated(4-6 hours process) now that I am a return donor I donate in 50mins to an hour that's including the kiosk screening and donation process itself. I absolutely love this location.

Edit June 2023: I have been so disappointed with Biomat lately. Wait time are horrible and staff just doesn't really care. I've decided to try another plasma donation center not very far from this area. Biomat has dropped the ball Well lit, clean and a very friendly staff. Dahlia and D were the best. Tonight was my first time, everything was clearly explained and easy to understand. Very pleasant experience.

Convenient location and nearly everyone is very kind, courteous and professional. Ife, Mo, Farrin Sam, and Cortrez are THE BEST. This place has really turned around from a few months ago. The wait up front to be screened and back on the donor floor waiting area is minimal. Great service , great experience to help others and the pay is nice too!

I've been coming to this center for a little over a year now. I had been going to an SLC center for a couple of years prior to that. The staff here in Garland are friendly and the donor fees are generally very generous. Further the facility is kept clean most of the time. The biggest gripe I've had with this center is it's efficiency of process. I feel I regularly spend longer here than is necessary as a result. However, I have noticed changes they've made and more hiring recently that?ve helped to speed th

My husband and I have been donating here for almost two years and it has gotten ridiculous how long one must wait to get through the process. Many of the best people have moved on and they don't have enough people working for the number of people wanting to donate. The management doesn't get themselves out there to help either. It seems to me it should be all hands on deck or limit the amount of people allowed to donate. t the very least let do ra know there may be a long wait. I allow two hours when I go b

Biomat Garland is a wonderful place to give plasma and help save lives. The staff is always friendly and very informative. I love coming here it's very clean. Wait times fluctuate depending on your day but it's usually in and out.

The people are very nice and professional. Sometimes the wait can be a little long but that's because they try to keep the costs down (& thereby are able to pay more to us) by not having a lot of staff.

Friendly staff! Great opportunity to give back to those in need of plasma while compensating us for our time! I love the additional money bonuses too! (The Passport game is fun and enticing as well.) My only recommendation is to allow participants to use the blood pressure cuff of our choice when we enter a booth upon screening.

In my experience Biomat is one of the best plasma donation centers in the area. Having donated at a few other centers, I can say their sticks are generally better, and they can usually get you in and out in a consistent time. They have been working hard to manage sufficient staffing, which has been hard on everyone. That said, they could use some quality control improvements?they don't have a clear system for when you finish, so sometimes they wrap up someone that finished after you, causing you to sit arou

THE MANAGER (MEOSHA S NASH) AT THE GARLAND TEXAS LOCATION NEEDS TO BE FIRED FOR HANGING UP ON PEOPLE. MY BOYFRIEND?S VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED ON THE PROPERTY AFTER DONATING AND THEY WILL NOT HELP IN ANY WAY OR PAY FOR THE SHATTERED WINDOW DUE TO THE LAWN CARE THAT WAS HIRED. THE DAMAGE IS OVER 200 DOLLARS AND WE NEED HELP NOW! I WILL GET MY FOLLOWING TO WRITE BAD REVIEWS AND I WILL POST ABOUT THIS ON TIKTOK IF THIS DOESNT GET RESOLVED.

Easy money with some friendly staff. You can have a bit of a wait from time to time, but they do the best they can. You can't complain when the money is that easy! Place is clean as well

I only give 2 stars and not 1 star because I survived. This place is slower than sloths. Techs take f-o-r-e-v-e-r to acknowledge I'm standing in front of them with a question. And don't call b/c they refuse to pick up. This place is not worth the time/compensation. An hour appt takes 3 hours minimum. 2 thumbs down.

This is the best Donation Center. It's nice and clean and the Staff is friendly and very professional.

The staff here are great. They have always made me feel welcome and appreciated. My personal experience here has been exceptional. I highly recommend.

I've donated now three times and each visit has been very pleasant. I never wait long. The staff is so sweet and professional. Also, I love that it's super clean and organized! I plan to keep coming here.

Great spot for donating. Safe and clean. Professional, friendly and knowledgeable staff. I have ever only had good experiences here. Highly recommend this location if you are considering donating.

Since coming to Biomat not only have I been able to help others, but I've been able to make changes to better my health and the compensation has helped me in times of financial hardship! I'm grateful for them! It's so much better than other places I've donated at before! The staff is very professional and social and help make it a pleasant experience!

Biomat Garland is so efficient! The staff is so friendly and do their job well. I've never had to wait more than 5 minutes to be attended to. it's also very well kept and clean which explains the proficiency!

Been donating here for over 2 years now. The staff is friendly and it usually takes less than 2 hours to get in and out (sometimes 1 hour and a half). Things have been a little slow lately, due to staff issues, but the staff they have does the best they can to stay efficient

Horrible customer service if you can find anyone to help, front is always empty and the back is always packed.

Just finished my first donation, and had a great experience. Everyone was very helpful and walked me through the process. As I said, this my first donation, and looking forward to returning. The money is a lovely bonus, and setting up the card they gave me was super easy.

The staff is pleasant and very helpful with any questions. The building is clean. Bring a blanket though, it gets cold back there. Sam and Marlene and Jeremy are a few of my favorites!

Don't go. So slow. The staff is friendly but other than that it's very understaffed and has a high turn over. I've been donating for two years and it's only getting worse. Problem with the high turn over is that the new people are constantly practicing on sticking you and messing up. It's happened to my friend and I like 5 times.

Love this place. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Getting poke isn't so bad when it's being done in a gentle manner. Love BRE and Adam! They are so gentle with their pokes. Very clean environment!

I am really upset , today is the third time they don't put the correct money amount on my card. Today I called to speak with the manager. spoke with Harrison and told him my issue, and he said please hold I will get her for you . Left me on the phone for 10 mins. I hung up and called back, he said they will add the correct amount, I they said so she is going to add, but didn't have the decency to pick up the phone. You just lost a good client.

Extremely professional staff, very knowledgeable about certain aspects of donating, including ways to maintain one hemcret, and protein levels. I work 120 hour work weeks in a level 1 triage center. Being able to get in and out is a major factor for me being on call 24/7 both for security and medical emergencies it is difficult for me to find a place to donate plasma.

I love Griffils biomat USA .the workers are amazing and funny . Sam , Trez and Alex are bright lights that shine as soon as you recognize them. It's a nice clean environment . Everything is easy and speedy . And you get paid to help another individual.

I have been donating for a few years now and love having the extra income every week. The location I go to has a great staff and it doesn't take long to get in and out, even on a Friday! Lol. I recommend the garland location

I've been donating for over a year and now it's very slow. Short staffed. Too many donors and not enough people working. I love the people, but it's like managers don't work there they just want to sit in office.

Overall a pleasant experience. For the greater good and decent payout. Be prepared to give up some time or even half days initially. Excellent customer oriented management.

I like this plasma center better than others I've been too. It's a very fast process most times and the staff is nice and helpful. Easy way to earn money while saving lives. I will definitely go back.

Had my first experience on Monday 10/30/17 and it wad great. I was there about 2 1/2 hours from beginning to end. The first time takes a little time due to needing to be put in the system and going through all the checks. My actual plasma donation took 41 minutes. I'll return tomorrow 11/2 for my second time. You can donate 2X a week.

Most of the staff are rude and have an attitude. They talk to each other about inappropriate stuff and just act like the client is not right in front of them. Only one person that I interacted with in the end actually talked to me and made me feel like a human being. The process to donate is so fragmented, and I feel this contributes to the long wait times. They ask you to verify your name and last four of your social, but they aren't looking at the information! Almost had a near-miss incident because the t

I've donated 5 times now and each time I've had a good experience. The staff is always helpful and friendly. I used to go to Octopharma and I swore I would never donate again. I'm glad I tried this place though. Your first visit expect to spend 3 hours there. But on return visits it will be like an hour to an hour and a half visit. The new donor fees are awesome. You can make $250 in 2 weeks as a new donor going 2x a week.

Biomat Garland is top notch! The staff there is amazing at what they do. The process is very fast. The benefits are great. Not only am I helping someone but I am also getting a great bonus. I highly recommend going to see the team at Biomat Garland.

2 stars only because of the cleanliness of the facility. Has gone down hill since they've gotten rid of appointments. I've been a donor since the place opened and I used to be able to arrive at 5:30 PM and be screened and in the back waiting to donate by 6PM. Now it'll take maybe an hour before even getting on the kiosk. Add another hour to make it to the donation bed. Fix it .

This location is wonderful! The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and very personable. They make it easy to donate weekly because of their kindness.

This place is so freaking slow. The previous plasma center I donated at (BioLife) definitely set a bar that this place will never reach. It is ghetto as hell, dirty, and unorganized. The only reason I gave this place a 3 star review is because they have never stuck me bad and the pay is decent. Other than that, I can't ever get in and out of this place in less that 2 hours.

Friendly, very very clean , rest rooms clean, when following the process through that's , it. Got money in my pocket, I can pay phone bill,buy what I need , reading the signs in there not only did I have some kind of money in my pocket, but I was also saving lives, just looking and reading , I served in the military 6yrs and discharged with Honors , I thank God for me being Alive today, I'd like to donate and save lives I've met some very awesome people so I'll be coming back, That's my story and I'm stick

Shout out to new management! Alison is amazing and has always been able to bring out the positive! Keep it up girl. Garland is blessed to have you.

Great experience! Every time I have gone! The staff are super respectful and make sure I am well taken care of! If ya need easy money this is the plasma center I would recommend! They are super professional and friendly!

I donated plasma here for about a month or more and my visits were always quick and everyone was so friendly and sweet. I loved chatting with the 3 shorter girls that all look like sisters and I always preferred to be stuck by Megan W. or Momadue because it was so much smoother and gentle. The only reason I stopped going was because I became pregnant, but I will look to going back hopefully beginning of 2020 because I love this location and everyone in it.

Great experience here, had a small mix up with payment one day but thanks to samantha and ray, it was handled. I def recommend

Friendly staff! The cleanliness of the front end & donation area is always superb! Now I have my favorites just like you will too but in all honesty everyone here is helpful, considerate & professional!

Awesome center! I've gone a bunch of times and it's always been a great experience!

Excellent place to donate. I have never had a bad experience here since i have been coming here for 1year now. MaKeyah and Farrie are amazing staff they are always helpful and make sure you are taken care of at all times.

I would recommend coming here. The staff is nice and good at what they do. They ask how your doing. They come check on you all the time. Its a very clean place. The take pride in what they do and just treat you like family.

Bring Id, social security. Make sure your not to hot before you start, it's hot outside and a tiny fever will have them ask you to come back (but they give you a coupon for extra money :) ) they are very nice nothing to be scared of. The process is fast first timers give it a couple hours. Easy cash and your saving lives. DO IT!! If this review convinced you, Feel free to tell them Hael Thornton sent ya ;), they will give me a referral ??

They're good at everything but one thing telling you if your protein levels get low its supposed to be between 6.0 to 9.0 to donate they let me get down to a 4.5. An now I have to wait 3 weeks to donate again due to protein levels taking forever to go back up. Been donating plasma at several location over the past year this is the first one I have had an issue with.

I've been going to Biomat for more than a year. Staff does their best to get me in and out in the shortest possible time, even when they are very busy. They welcome me by name each visit. Even in tough times they do right by their donors.

Great service pleasant invironment. Thank you Biomat Garland since my husband could not pull this site up on his phone. He will be reviewing thru my phone. ROBERT IVY GREAT SERVICE. DID NOT WAIT LONG. I WAS IN AND OUT. THANK YOU ALL.

The staff members are awesome. They are fast and professional when it comes to healthcare etiquette. Definitely will be coming to this location always.

Fantastic service, just gotta make sure you luckout and get when there's down time otherwise you'll be waiting a minute. Most of the people that have stuck me have done great!

love to donate knowing I'm helping someone fight life's challenges. I love this location because everyone here is so nice and helpful and they all get along with each other and look like they enjoy their job

The place is clean and the staff is friendly and well trained. I find the place convenient and the staff works quickly to make sure you are in and out of there quickly.

My experience here is one of the best so far? been going her for some months great understanding staff love coming here everytime!! I recommend this place!!

Currently, this location is fully staffed. By observation, I witnessed ample teamwork behaviors by old and new employees. If you decided to donate plasma, do give them a try!

Fast and friendly staff. I'm always in and out no matter how crowded they are I recommend anyone that's looking to make a few extra bucks and relax!

I was a loyal donor here for two years. One night when I went to donate, the staff decided to pull me into counseling room #6 and accuse me of cross donating. Like seriously! I DO NOT CROSS DONATE! You don't accuse someone of breaking the rules without any proof. And they didn't even have the decency to apologize to me after their false accusation. And that's not all. At least 10 people who signed in AFTER me got to donate BEFORE me. It was like they were singling me out for some reason. I will donate at

I absolutely love donating here. The staff are amazing. They make me feel very comfortable and answer any questions I have.

Staff is always friendly and have you in and out of the center in a jiffy. The overall atmosphere is welcoming. I will continue to donate here.

it's a good place but they take forever in the front. I been coming for a week and each day I been waiting an hour just to get passed to the back its ridiculous how they have 5 booths and only one person in the front , ked plasmas faster

I have donated at other places in other cities and this is the most professional... BY FAR THE FASTEST bc they aren't as busy for whatever reason I'm not sure... they compensate the most and instead of the payments going down after your first 10 donations THEY GO UP (silver level) and then up again on the 3rd (gold) level. Referrals are 100 for each donor after their 2nd donation and your 2nd after they were referred. Wi-Fi is legit and hasn't kicked me off once. Payments are available to withdraw immedia

Dam near died there!!! I really don't like to donate because you never know who's a good sticker and who isn't, anything can go wrong! I was paranoid for good reason, so on my second donation I got two of the worst stickers, the first sticker stuck me wrong and my blood wouldn't flow so I have to switch arms...ok so when the second sticker stuck me the flow would be on and off, this went on for about a hour (keep in mind I got on the bed around 8:00 am) as they tried to reposition the needle several times c

Great place to make some extra cash. Staff is always cool and sweet. Expect to be waiting awhile though, but I usually always make sure I'm prepared for it.

Reliable plasma center with friendly staff :) I've been coming here as often as I can for around 2 years now

This place is clean, quick, and the staff is friendly. Definitely a great way to earn some extra money while helping others.

As far as cleanliness they are great, but when it comes to the well being if the donor they rush. I've donated about 6 times there and I've been cut at least 3 times from them yanking the needle out my arm. I would recommend CSL Plasma (my original donation place) my reason being they treat the donors with more passion and care about the way we feel with the donation procedures. They also prick your finger really hard everytime to check your blood. All in all they are really rough when working with the dono

It takes an average of 3 to 4 hours to go through fornmost people. They told me to set an appointment to come in and when i get there im told its walk in only. In the amount of time it take to make it to the chair i could set an appointment at biolife in tyler texas drive there donate and almost make it back. Unacceptable

Love this center, been going here since Sept 2019 and I've been loyal ever since. Friendly staff, clean environment, smooth service every time even when it's busy. Definitely recommend donating at biomat garland ??

The personnel continue to be efficient and quick and friendly when I donate at this location. The personnel are always willing to assist with any questions or issues during and after the donating process.

I have donated at multiple plasma donation centers in the Dallas/Garland area, including CSL and Octapharma, and this is absolutely the BEST by far. The staff members are very helpful, and genuinely care about their donors safety, comfort, and well-being. I highly recommend the Biomat donation center in Garland on Jupiter Rd. for SURE ??

I got a email saying that if i donated 4 times in march i would get a $100 bonus. I had no idea i was suppost to show them the email of this bonus. So when i got home from donating i called them because i noticed i didnt get the $100 bonus. The bonus expires on the 31st of march that was when i did my 4 th donation, well since i didnt show them the email i couldent get my bonus. I was thinking they had it marked in there computer base or something. No where on the email does it say to show this before maki

I've been donating here since 2017. I never had issues. Great service. They do need more staff at times.

Staff is very clean and care about sanitation. I've been coming here for over 3 years with no problems. Make this your donation home.

I've donated here for the last 9 months and love the staff. They are always professional and friendly. I was disappointed with the August pay schedule and hope they go back to the previous schedule.

The crew is is absolutely amazing! Always keeping positive vibes going! Making you comfortable and the service is very friendly!

Very professional and friendly staff. Very attenditive and amazing.I enjoy donating at this location, they always make you feel welcome.

Hi, i like this location because, 1st and foremost, it's clean, and the staff is really great. The pay is pretty good and they have different promos all the time.

05/16/2024 It's Been Almost Four Years! Best experience donating plasma still!!! This place really cares about its donors. Highly recommend GRIFOLS GARLAND!!! Best Experience donating plasma! This place really cares about its donors. Highly Recommend GRIFOLS!

This place is great! Despite the miscommunication, they have been nothing but helpful and kind! Caroline Espinoza, is THE BEST vein sticker you can find! She's professional, and can stick you the first time!!!!!

Great donation center! Excellent staff and all around chill environment! Highly recommend. I donate to help people in need. It also helps me in between pay periods.

Poor services if you donated years ago some where else don't go here just go where you donated last cuz they will put a temporary hold on your account not a lot people go there for a reason it suck?s very few personal if you do get threw it's a 3 hours

Worst place i have been to recently got a txt stating we missed you get 150 to donate. Since its been so long since i donated. Had to do the new donor routine all over again they are slow new donors here are at the back of the line not like other places where u get treated first. No wonder why i stopped coming here.

This is the model plasma center. I have tried other centers closer to home but always come back here. The staff is fast and friendly, the fees are great too! Definately worth the trip!

The overly masculine woman in the pink shirt and khakis was rude for no reason over something so trivial Won't be back

Great place to donate! Everyone is always super nice! Sometimes they are busy, but that's normal with any center. Just be patient and kind, and they will too! :)

I love biomat! I have been coming here religiously for well over a year, twice a week. Super fast, in and out, unlike any other plasma center I've ever been to! Staff is awesome, but Rachel and Yadira are my number 1's! Everyone go to biomat!!

I never been to a such good plasma center like this. Every other plasma center the staff is careless and rude. But this one is completely the opposite. Daila and Mamolu was so great to me

Staff is SUPER friendly. Been coming for a few years now & never had a problem. Definitely recommend this location.

If you're in the process of moving, they will literally waste half your visits with policy bs, difficult if you live a mobile home/rv lifestyle and they're unwilling to work with those in such circumstances that can't change their address every move or aren't around long enough to warrant it. 3 or my 6 visits were a waste of time, energy and gas to be denied for bs reasons. I want to donate for others benefit, but it shouldn't be this ridiculously hard for those that can donate and are willing to.

Great opportunity to serve and make real money. Lots of ways to make more than they advertise. Everyone is so nice and does their best to respect your time

I've been a donor here at Biomat in Garland for a while already and I've had some good results as far as I know, I plan to continue to come back especially when you know people there, it makes me feel good every time I come back, I'm happy to have had the pleasure of meeting two special people there I'm taking about Marwaa and Yadira to me when I see them two they are always doing something to help people and always smiling good work girls keep it up ??

I love the Biomat Garland has been coming here for 2 years since they open , very clean , great employees, and they are knowledgeable.The place looks really good now decorated for Halloween with a new manager the place looks really

Greetings of the Day ! Service to Mankind is Service to "ALMIGHTY". It's a Very Neat, Tidy & a Professional Plasma Donation Center @GARLAND. Feels Very Heart Touching, everytime I do any Good Thing towards Saving Lives of Fellow Citizens. All the Staff & the Management are Very Courteous & Approachable. Thanks to the BIOMAT Team @GRIFOLS.

It was my first time donating and it was a great experience. It was clean, professional, easy and the staff was great. I will definitely be back and I will tell my friends...

They're clean fast and friendly .TIA is my favorite she makes u feel very comfortable just so down to earth.

Love how smile go around . I come in with a good experience and leave knowing I helped others while I get a little help my self . They are the best place of you want a friendly experience helping others

Came in to donate. Came from a previous center. Wanted me to fill out all the paperwork again. I went from first in line to about 12. Staff obviously don't give af about time constraints. WILL NOT RETURN.

GRIFOLS is awesome. I love each and every visit. The staff at the Jupiter location is very sweet and helpful.

Have donated at the Garland, TX location several times. The staff is extremely professional. Even when you are deferred you receive a referral bonus.

This is the third and last plasma center I will ever go to again. The staff here is always friendly and helpful. They get you in and out and are always professional.

This has been my donating center for little over a year now. I've seen them make improvements all around and through out the center. Which greatly improved the over donor experience.

Since this particular location started the sign in have a seat process it has been a total inconvenience. Shortage of staff is the main problem, throughout the whole process from beginning to end I have been a donor for almost 2 years and I believe by the end of this year it will be my last until this problem is fixed

The staff here is excellent. They are nice, polite, well trained and very mindful of your needs.

Long wait time. They got new machines but only 19 of them. So half as many now?

Staff is awesome the 1st time process was long as expected but the staff went over and beyond and tag team to get it done 2nd donation was a breeze

No response from Biomat...Not surprised.. I started donating at the Garland location since late October 2020 and as of February 2nd, I donated 9 times in 2021 and total of 26 donations. I considered CC-19 donor or the VIP donor which never worked. I called the corporate office few times in the past and asked that someone call me and explain the bonus amount for month of January 2021, but, no one ever called me and the corporate office closed both tickets. I frequently communicated with the center manager M

This is a good center if you're lookin for a great and friendly donating experience the staff the management are always doin theor job to meet the satisfaction of their donors the bonuses are always a great plus as well. If you would like to save lives and make money doing it biomat Garland is a great place to do so

Everyone was great the stickers are awesome other donation places are very strict on phone usage or talking to someone will you donate at biomat they do not defer you for being on the phone or for wearing house shoes this place is great if you go GIVE THEM MY NAME AS REFERRING YOU JUAN G. BARRAGAN YOU GET A BONUS FOR NEW DONOR REFERRAL..

I absolutely love coming to Donate Plasma at Biomat USA garland, I always ask for Kristy, she does a phenomenal job, she makes me smile each and every time i come, it is fun to chat with her when it is not busy, I would recommend Biomat USA.

This location is truly amazing all the staff here really make donating a quick and easy process!! Love all the men and women who work here ??

This place is great. The staff is very nice an friendly. I recommend this place .

My name is Rhunda Mixon and I am very upset because those blood pressure cuff are too small for my arm and hurt really bad and it applies pressure for at least 45 to 50 seconds before it releases causing pain and an inaccurate reading. These cuff are cause individuals to not be able to donate or may I say deferred because of a inaccurate reading. That unfair to the donor as well as the high demand for plasma donations.

Love it here. Employees are awesome and kind and they're pretty quick on getting you in and out.

The staff is wonderful and try to get you in and out fast as possible. I love this donor center. They are fast.

This is the best donation center you want to go to. The staff here are friendly and competent. Plus, they have great incentives.

Nice and helpful staff, it's easy to get In and out of there and not spend all day there! Bc there's usually not a big line, definitely recommend!

I love the staff here. Everyone is always friendly and courteous. They always make me feel welcomed.

Grifols is an awesome place to donate. The employees are always nice and welcoming. It's always clean and every one is always smiling.

I really love the employees they are always friendly and professional. The facility is always clean,n to mention the bonus's are always nice

Love this place everyone that works here is awesome this isnt like other donation places the really care and they call you by your name your not just another donor.. GREAT PLACE TO DONATE PLUS THEY HAVENT BEEN OPEN A YEAR NEW FACILITY WAIT TIME 1hr. and about 30 to 45 minutes (1:45)

All of the staff are professional and very friendly. They pay the donors well and make sure to take care of us.

Service was very helpful. Jennifer at the front desk and all the workers in the back. Great place to help and get extra cash. Great atmosphere

I have been coming back for a few years now and always get help when needed. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable the bonuses pay well.

I have been donating for a few years and love how the staff is so helpful and nice. Keep up the awesome job y'all do everyday!!

Biomat Garland has a wonderful staff all the managers and workers are very friendly and wonderful people. It's nothing but laughter and smiles while donating plasma thank you biomat garland I highly recommend.

They are great! Experience in taken care their clients and also no long waiting period. Highly recommended!

Great Place. Clean and professional atmosphere. The best paying center that I've been to. What more can you ask for....

I am very disdisappointthat they offer a Buddy Bonus Referral, offering a $50 on the 2nd and 4th donation. Yet, that is not true. I did not get mine, supposedly because its "different " months. But yet it's the same bonus. NOT COOL !!

I've been to this location multiple times I usually come In the morning because the afternoon team works really slow and most of the workers have an attitude. I came to donate August 2nd and I received on $25 they told me it's a new month so it starts over, I came again August 6th and they only gave me $25 again and they said the same things.

Great place to get some extra income and the lady's are vary sweet and kind as well. I have been donating here for over a year and will continue.

I have been coming here for a few weeks and I always have a pleasant experience. Team members are very attentive and helpful!

This is the best plasma center, the employees are very professional and careful with us, I drive around 45 minutes because they're really good and also offer a good bonus and rewards.

This place is great! Friendly, accommodating staff, and super clean. Quick and easy in and out

BioMat USA garland on Jupiter have the best staff, their staff are very friendly and know what they doing very professional, and there's a great vibe, I love donating here they make you feel like family.?????????? great group of people and staff

I love how the staff here treated me!! The facility is so nice and clean!!! I will be returning and I recommend any one to come here!

One of the best plasma centers in garland extremely clean , nice people , and always open my other favorite thing about them are how late they stay open also there buddy list is the best visit and see for yourself trust me u will love it to here at Biomat ??

Stellar place to donate. They have the least amount of wait time and the best phlebotomists. They are consistent and the location is super easy to find.

Some days are OK and some days are Horrible. Today os horrible. Every one but Mr Ford is RUDE. I've been coming here for awhile. I'm at the point where Just GIVE ME MY MONEY. But absolutely hate coming here

I am always treated with kindness and Biomat Garland is like family to me.The staff make me feel important and happy that I am doing something great by donating my plasma to help and save lives

Absolutely a great place to donate. Porscha is a great lead and makes sure she's on top of everything. Amazing personality amazing staff.

They employees make you feel very comfortable they are very professional they take their time to explain things to you .And this is the cleanest place I have seen.

I love this plasma center. The staff is always nice and courteous. There is never a wait time when I go. Kudos to the promotions!!!!!

This is a great place to come to. The staff is friendly and always doing there best to getting everyone and out the door.

I have been donating for several years I had some real concerns about Biomats "Pride in donors" due to bad "work culture" at last location. I have been donating at this location for about two months now. All of the staff Eva, Abbby, Derek, "MamaDo" are all just "awesome" they truly understand Biomats "Pride in donor" mission statement Other centers should use this "model". Fifth star will come later I'm very sure of that!!!!

Staff is always nice and the Garland location is clean, I have been going here for 2 years.

Some of the people that work here are great, but this place is straight up ghetto and unprofessional

Professional and friendly staff. I've been going for a couple of years now and I would recommend everyone to come to this location.

First Time Ever Coming In To Donate Never ACTUALLY done It The Process Takes Up To 2hrs And The Staff Is Amazing Specially The One That Helped Me She Did Everthing Fast And Easy With A Smile On Her Face Mis Marlene Was Her Name She Was OUTSTANDING

I was deferred 3 times in a month for a week each time, come to find that I was being screened wrong and when I asked about compensation for the inconvenience I was given $10, I wasn't able to donate for 3 $90 donations from THEIR MISTAKE, resulting in a loss of $270 not including the donate 10 times in 60days $200 bonus that I cannot claim because I will not be able to donate 10 times due to this. THIS WAS THEIR MISTAKE AND ON THEM TO MAKE IT RIGHT, THEY DIDNT!! I will not be returning

I like that this is close to home. I love you don't have to make an appointment. Friendly staff and the place is clean.

Very friendly staff and they take great care of you! Brought a friend and will be coming back regularly ??

I've been coming for the past few weeks now and I'm really happy with the experience at this plasma donation center. Totally recommended!

Pay is lower than some other places slow to get in and out sometimes but people are nice there

They're great staff, productive, clean environment. The employees are energetic and helpful.

Everybody that goes in there get turned for there iron being low so its something wrong wit they damn machines. Ppl they never had those problems at none the other donation places. They don't put ur money on ur card...SM... I'm not referring nobody else

The people's at biomat plasma is so nice. And courtesy. They are nice. The Manager's are doing a good job.also the workers.

I love this place I have been coming here since' 17 and I always have a great experience, I especially like that the staff is always awesome ??????

Its really clean here they move at a great pace i spend no more than a hour here. The staff are friendly. They are very oragnized.

Great place and great people. Very welcoming and friendly. I recommend to come here then any other place

By far the best donation center here in garland, 10/10 the staff is very respectful, and I have never had a problem in 3 years of coming here.

I DIDN'T HAVE THE CHOSE TO PUT, "A BIG FAT O OR NO STAR AT ALL TO LEAVE A REVIEW"??? THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME I ACTUALLY SAW MY PLASMA IN THE CONTAINER, NO IT WAS NOT FULL BUT I HAD TO PEE COULDN'T HOLD IT ANY LONGER. THE LADY TOLD ME I WOULD ONLY RECEIVE HALF THE ?? WHICH MENT $50. THEN I WAS INFORMED I WOULD ONLY GET $5??? OMG?WOW, REALLY???????

Yea I'm very proud of the people that work at grifols they very professional and their staff is great thanks for serving me

They need to do something about they workers hygiene the black girl to Tokyo smells like fish and chips lol

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.