Octapharma Plasma Riverdale, MD

Octapharma Plasma Riverdale, MD

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the friendly, professional staff, especially noting their kindness and care during donations. Many highlight short wait times and a welcoming environment. However, some criticize long waits due to understaffing, unprofessional behavior, and poor vein-finding skills. A few mention issues with referrals or closures without notice. While most rate the center highly (5 stars), negative reviews cite disorganization, rudeness, and painful experiences. Cleanliness and efficiency are praised when present, but inconsistent staffing remains a recurring complaint.

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

6806 Riverdale Rd

Riverdale, Maryland 20737

Customer Reviews

This place is very clean professional and has some of the most confident medical staff I've seen. The communication there is wonderful everyone is very clear when speaking and asking questions and giving instructions. I recommend this location.

This is ridiculous it's always a problem wit the system at this place and for them to say thank you for your donation but we don't know when u will be paid said enough I stopped coming because there's rude ppl at the front they move very slow and the system is always goin down I've had it I tried again almost a yr later n there's no change I most likely won't be back smh if only I could rate negative stars

I'm planning on returning to donate plasma, at the Hyattsville location. As someone who did donate at the Riverdale Location, & mostly in Portsmouth & Virginia Beach, Virginia. NEVER had issues regarding my right lower leg. I look into the regulations & "having cellulitis on past occasions" can't defer you from donating. As a donor, my rights were ignored & so was my doctor, who said I can continue to do so. I still see my doctor & a dermatologist - once a month & lost almost 56 lbs., since this place reje

My experience at the Riverdale location is nothing but laughter and respect and everyone is always attentive making sure you are getting the best service if it's with the entertainment such as good music maybe some television always a good mood

I enjoy going to this location. The staff is always nice. And I never have to wait long to be seen. Oh they only do walk in which is the best. I come anytime ??

Riverdale branch is way way better New Hampshire Ave center you don't get threatened unlike Langley park center better atmosphere in Riverdale ask how are you doing? Is everything OK?

I've been coming to Octapharma Plasma for 2 months now and I must say each visit is a wonderful experience, from walking in your immediately greeting with great customer service and attitude. Upon getting on the donor floor your greeted again from the phlebotomist. Ms Faith is absolutely incredible she understands that being stick with a needle is already hard enough so she takes pride in her work I love to see her always when I walk in . All of the phlebotomist are great at what they do the environment is

Great customer see straight to point get in and out music laughter real conversation about real things we all deal with very enjoying hear different perspectives on certain topics very enjoyable experience

Extremely unprofessional. And smells bad in there. Staff is rude. i?ve seen other people writing reviews about the light skin lady upfront with the glasses and I also had a similar experience with her anytime you try to ask her a question she gives you attitude when I walked around the corner I could hear her Complaining about me simply because I asked her a question. When I try to speak to the manager, they wouldn't allow me to

I've been donating here about a year. Recent down turn in staffing. WAY understaffed. Lots of call out often. Never know if you're going to wait 20min, or 2 hours.

It was a beautiful experience have other plans today tryna put kids through college thanks letting me piggyback offa ya it goes A long way in a time of need

Came in the first time and was explained the proper steps. Waited 15 minutes after two people who came in after me go before me then three more got in line. I was sitting down where a man was sitting who was called when I came in. When I arrived no one greeted me and the manager ignored me I later found out he was the manager. I won't be back

The center is clean. The staff are positive and helpful. They're open seven days a week giving you more flexibility with your schedule to help the community and get compensated for your time with that being said thumbs up.???? I hope you all continue the good work. I look forward to continuing Donating with this Center I'm extremely happy and grateful

Poor staff customer service I wish I could give them AN OVAL!!!!!BECAUSE THEY DONT DESERVE ANY STARS!!whenever u ask them a question they catch the nastiest attitudes. Specifically the one light skin lady up front with glasses she is so rude and to make matters worse she ALWAYS THERE! . But even more worse the staff in the back that supposed to stick your arm with the needles are unbelievable. I over heard some of them say if a donor they don't like come in they stick there arm hard on purpose, and im prett

Finally gave my first portion today. Ms Opal and Ghana were so nice and quiet a treat to be treated by. Got paid and will return! Thanks everyone!

The staff members were cordial cool and collected with consumer service displaying nothing short of professionalism. #5Stars!!!

the staff was really kind, patient and attentive. A lot of the sign in machines didn't work and there's only one vending machine. But my experience was great and by the book!

Very pleasant staff,clean,comfortable and quick service.

I went in and they couldn't really get my blood and they plasma. Then they just put whatever blood they had taken out back in me but not in a vein leaving me with a really large 10 inch long bruise on my arm.

I visited the Octapharma in Riverdale, MD on 1 Jul. It was my first time donating plasma. I had a 2:30 pm appointment. The facility was clean and orderly. The staff was friendly and professional. The wait to check in was minimum. It took about 30 minutes. For first time donors, you have ti do a health screening. I did not see the health professional until 2 HOURS later. A staff member announced that there was only one person that was at work to do the screening. The screening took about 30 minutes and I fin

Opal was awesome from start to finish. She was on intake, but made sure I was good through entire process. As a phlebotomist myself, I am very critique full when my blood is drawn due to bad veins. She was awesome!

VERY IMPRESSIVE! Experience was professional and the staff was very friendly. It was an easy experience.

Kirby, Kelsie, and most of the staff are cool. I gave it 1 star because this is the THIRD time I've shown up on time but the EMT didn't. Each time they were an hour late. They should have a plan B by now where one person doesn't crash the whole entire process. Even looking at the reviews, it's understandable why there is no urgency to rectify, as the only comments that get any direct responses are the ones praising the rest of the staff.

Everything went good, as always. I use the Riverdale Facility, and will be back there at the next donation time.

I adore the staff @ this location, they are all very skilled friendly and knowledgeable. 10/5

My experience has been positive. Always clean and safe environment including the restroom. Reliable guest WIFI internet connection, as well as a team of professional staff. You have to be impressed with their automated Processes!

Was frist time doing this have better understanding why it is necessary to be a donner Was given 36 unit of blood in a emergency thank God for the donners Was made to fill very comfortable why doing so thank all of you

This is the wildest place i ever been in my life. Made my first time experience the worst. How can they discriminate so much? They told me some i just came home from prison 9 months ago I'm ineligible to donate plasma to those in need. So pitiful.

There's a certain individual worker by the name of Kirby,she's very adamant and very unprofessional towards her customers donor

Oh my goodness it was an amazing experience. The staff and everyone was friendly knowledgeable and helpful. The atmosphere was clean upbeat and just overall awesome. All who assisted me through the process was nice attentive and customer service friendly throughout. Cant wait to go back and donate on my next visit. Shout out to Ms Opal and Tamara and the tall guy with the ponytail and the lady who gave me my physical. They kept me laughing and comfortable through the whole process! Wonderful first time expe

Closed for some reason? 5:30p on a Friday? I wish they could've let us know and spare me the wasted time. Are there any other closures we should know about?

I was totally impressed with staff they were very helpful and very informative knowledgeable and kind

The staff is extremely unprofessional, inexperienced, and immature. Going to this location is like volunteering to be experimented on by middle schoolers. They argue amongst themselves and disrespect the donors. The location should?ve been shut down. If it wasn't for it being in an area stricken by poverty they would have been. This location just takes advantage of the fact that most of their donors are down on their luck and want a fast $40. It's truly sad and depressing.

Everyone is very friendly and helpful. If you have a question, someone will answer it right away. Waiting for the new one in Langley Park to open so I won't have to travel so far.

Ms. Ghana is the best thing about this place. Very professional, attentive, and makes the experience very comfortable. I've never had a problem here, the overall staff are pretty nice and check on you the whole time you're donating.

Each time I've been there, they only have 1 or 2 people to process a long line of people. No one comes to help, knowing it would only take 15 to 20 minutes with 2 more people to get the line down to reasonable. While the staff are not outright rude for the most part, they also do not have really any customer service skills. The attitude they generally exhibit towards Donors reflects poorly by Healthcare standards. I've never been turned away but, I've seen people turned away for many different things with

The staff is always great. Unfortunately regardless what I do, my iron is one point too low to donate, but that is not the facilities fault.

This place is great. The check-in and initial visit are a little rough but after that it is a great process. The phlebotemists are always great and make you feel comfortable. I always enjoy learning something new about those taking care of me. My philosophy, "Take care of those that take care of you".

It was great I am looking forward to seeing you guys today

WHo IS THE OWNER OF THIS PLASMA CENTER BECAUSE I HAVE SOMETHING THEY NEED TO SEE BEFORE I SHOW MY 1MILLION FOLLOWERS ON TICTOK THIS WAS MY FIRST AND LAST TIME DONATING PLASMA GREAT EXPERIENCE BUT DARLING WRONG PLACE THIS PLACE WILL SOON HAVE A LAWSUIT BECAUSE SOME OF THE TECHNICIANS ARE YOUNG AND INCOMPETENT AS SO IS SOME STAFF NOT NOT ALL BUT JOKES ON THEM BECAUSE I WAS RECORDING THEM THE WHOLE TIME IF YOU VALUE YOUR LIFE BECAREFUL GOING HERE I GOT IT ALL ON VIDEO??

I really appreciate the staff & Octapharma it's a very challenging job so I just want to say Thanks!!! ??

I've been coming since October 2022 and I couldn't be happier about choosing this center as my home. Atmosphere along with professionalism are so crucial to any great servic, especially one where you're physically compromised. These ladies do an excellent job of ensuring your safety, comfort, and experience are top notch. And frankly, it's nice to see so many black women taking care of business and running such a smooth and welcoming operation. It's hard to choose my favorite employee because I have great c

At this location the staff exemplified professionalism and, the smiles on their faces made my day and, the gentleman I believe to be the manager was extremely kind and easy to relate too, they made my experience comfortable and fun.

My name is Michael Ajibola and I've been coming to this Octapharma faithfully for 5 months and it has been the best! Very friendly staff, specifically Tatiana! She's my favorite and always is respectful and attentive. I really like coming here and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

they are good and very friendly staff is my second time and was fast this time first time be prepared to stay a little longer for all the questions and exams but they help new patients first too is a plus i just recommend it

I had a very pleasant intake experience with Blanca Morales recently. Her demeanor was cordial, unassuming and professional. I especially liked her gentle manner when taking blood, temperature and pressure. I didn't get that assembly line feeling like I do at some other health settings.

Experience is horrible I personally will not be going back ever the First Lady how stuck my arm is amazing like always but as things went done hill when another worker moved the needle my arms are swollen with purple marks from then pulling the needle out so hard

My experience was amazing!! The atmosphere at this location is GREAT! I felt very welcomed and all of the staff were very friendly and patient. Everything was very clean. Ms.Opal, Ms.Donna and Mr.Sonic really took their time to help me out and their energy alone is another reason i will keep coming back!!

If you are anemic or you have asthma, you will be deferred so there's no point in answering 48 questions at the kiosk. (Only 1 kiosk machine works.) Lines are long and the every process can take an hour before getting done if it's your first time visiting the center.

Octapharma Plasma has been a good experience. The staff are nice and friendly, which produces a great environment. I have no complaint.

I'm truly amazed to be part of this team they're the best team ever and they have showed me much Love and Support since my Mother passed away in her sleep on December 6,2023. I wanna say Thank You so much for your support and prayers for me and my family in this difficult time of grief. I Love You All ????????????????????????????????????????????This facility has Extremely Excellent Customer Service I m very , very pleased. Keep up the Great Work Everyone. God Bless You All Abundantly Amen ???? ????

The ppl that work there are nice. Especially the lady at the front with the glasses and the one that work in the back with dreads! It's not a bad place however the reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because of infection control. I noticed yesterday that the young lady taking me off I believe her name is Keyona failed to change her gloves between patients/clients. She went from one customer to the next taking out their needles and bandaging them up as well as breaking down the machines not stopping at all to

All staff was friendly. No sense of timing. Confusion and no sense of timing or urgency. Needs to be streamlined much better. Arrived at 7AM. Waited for over 2 hours and was not finished with physical to even begin. Have work and other appointments and had to leave. Never completed anything. Not going back.

My experience was excellent with Ms.nisha , Ms. Nisha was wonderful she absolutely know what she is doing with her job an get the task done , we need more beautiful young women like her who does there job tremendously an carefully ?. also she make sure the patients is treated well an have been taking care of , including myself I recommend her hundred percent she's a 10 stars in my book

All of the new staff here at Riverdale is amazing. However, I have to say that Faith the phlebotomist is an amazing person. She's always so friendly and helpful. I honestly look forward to seeing her when I go. She's so down to earth and very professional. She definitely has leadership written all over her.

Ms. Donna is an amazing phlebotomist! Every time I go to Octapharma I look forward to my interaction with her. She never disappoints with her sticks. I'm a very hard stick and she never gets it wrong. Also, her personality is amazing. She always goes above and beyond to make donors feel comfortable and her co-workers feel supported.

This plasma place takes very good care of me! I love the stick diamond gives me it's a perfect stick every time(literally no pain)!! When I come in they are friendly I'm not sure what the shirt lady names is with the glasses but she has me cracking up laughing every time I come in . It's welcoming and if I was afraid of needles they make it pain and worry free

Every time I go to Octapharma I've had good experiences. The staff are nice and welcoming and they get us in and out as quickly as possible. The other place I used to go to was a nightmare. Thank God I found you guys.

Staff was very professional and nice. Place was very clean. Nurse was very informative and so funny! I will recommend this business if you plan on donating plasma. Thank you!

The Riverdale MD location is very convenient. All of the staff are professional when it comes to service here. All have a sense of humor too. I don't know her last name but Ms Opal is my favorite staff member. Always smiling greets everyone as they come in as well as when finished donating.

Ok so I moved from California, I've been to an Octopharma out there and man they pale in comparison. The place is never packed, the most I've waited is 10min. Also ALL THE STAFF HERE IS AMAZING! Super friendly they're al great! LADIES KEEP IT UP BECAUSE YOU'RE AMAZING!

Hi Octaplasma Plasma Staff Members/Associates. On todays eligible donation visit, I enjoyed a great welcome, pleasant & generous, friendly donar/customer service from, All the Staff Members this morning.The donar/customer service that was provided by Staff was excellent. The work performance from the front and back with Staff screening and needle sticking was a awsome experience. Continue to provide excellent donar/customer service.

I was extremely satisfied & pleased with,The Octopharma Staff Members:Greetings,Positive Screening results and Great Excellent Blood Plasma needle sticking placement administered on 2/12/2024.Continue to keep providing great,excellence,professional, friendly,donors customer service.

My first time with you guys was "Great!" From the front desk sign in, to the person checking my vitals, too the staff that conducted my procedure. Each personal was very nice and knew what they were doing, which gave me no doubt. Thanks

Here from the videos she never removed the niddle the tech was taking it out because she didn't want the previous tech that did damage to touch her they defrerd her off a lie of all locations to donate plasma to save lives

Nisha is wonderful. She said, ?you should care about what you're doing especially when it comes to people?s bodies?. Then gave me the most gentle treatment to start drawing blood/plasma. Ms. Donna and Ms. Opal are great staff members too.

I'm a returning patient to the Riverdale Octapharma Plasma Center. The Center is clean and the staff members are professional. Opal took such good care of me. She is very friendly, kind and caring and made sure I had a good check-in experience. I hope I get Riannah every time I donate. She does the best needle stick; I didn't feel a thing. Opal and Riannah are such outstanding employees!! I'm looking forward to my next visit. Thank you! Cathy

Top tier! I can be having a bad day but soon as I walk in here , it feels like home. Sometimes makes me emotional to think about it , times when I can't make it out to this location saddens me because the one in forestville I get the exact opposite treatment and feel so unwelcomed . Ms.Opal, Faith, Ms.Donna ,sonic, from personalities to professionalism I can name a lot of em whom are amazing !

Staff is friendly and professional. But the management is terrible. I strongly recommend trying one of the other plasma places like Biolife or ADMA. The payout is not as good but no funny business either like with octapharma

I would give them 0 stars if that was possible. I have never had any problems with anyone finding a vein before until last time I went there and a young girl, untrained and not confident. Tried to find a vein by moving the needle back and forth in my arm after the couldn't find a vein. She left the needle in my arm and asked me what she should do. Then to make matters worse she friend came and asked do I want to try to other side! Heck no! They gave this place a bad name and I won't be going back there agai

The entire staff are outstandingly friendly (special shout out to Miss Opal). The demonstrated technical experience of the staff are exceptional. Due to the staff performance, welcoming, friendliness, knowledge, skills and abilities make me want to continue plasma donation at this facility. Thank you to everyone for your remarkable dedication to the field of plasma donation. Cheers to all!!

This was a good experience everything went well. I'm glad I could be of help to someone who needs it. The staff is always great and make your experience so smooth.

All the people were kind and helpful. I had a good experience with them. I give them 12/10 ??.. Kibby is always the best! She's always smiling

As a returning donor (2018/3019), I choose the Riverdale location based of previous experience at another Octapharma location that continues to receive negative reviews. Upon arrival, I was greeted by staff who inquired as to how I heard about donating, requested required documents, provided folder to read regarding procedures and view an video to reinforce all information provided. I was asked to go to an interview room, where my information was verified (meet requirements), height and fingerprint scan. I

Very pleasant staff and environment. The wait time is usually short remember you're helping someone in need of Plamsa and being compensated as well that in it self is great... ????

Heads up they will come up with lie or a reason to deter you , if you come close to closing time. The comment above was made three days ago. Fast forward to today January 25th 2023. I have nothing but red flags for this place, I will never come back. This place is too dishonest, and shady for me. I regret even donating the first time because of this. So from the last incident that took place where I ended up leaving the first comment at the top of this review, someone did follow up about my comment. An

Hello, my experience at the Octapharma Plasma was very professional and everyone was nice was very nice and the staff took good care of me. I must admit that it was my first time, and I had a reaction and the nurses came to my, aid immediately and took care of me. For that I thank you. Have a good day.

I am disgusted with the way the lady treated me the last time I was there! She was so unprofessional and in-experience d. She rushed to put the pressure pump on my arm and didn't try to find the vein and was unsuccessful in finding a vein. Then went back and found with the needle trying to find a vein which was very painful. The Then put tape on my arm and asked what I wanted her to do! Don't go to this Plasma Center unless you want in-experienced young girls practicing on your arm.

Was not a good experience. I was getting any good services from the representatives. The people in the front and back were pretty rude and they could not complete my donation.

I would give it 5 stars alone for Ms. Opal, Faith, and Donna! But the attitude of many of the others really brings the place down. If not for those awesome ladies I would 100% go to a different location.

My experience was not a pleasant one. I came when they were running a promotion for $ 700 for donation. I received my first funds for my first donation, then I was told to have medical paperwork filled out by my doctor. My doctor was away so it took about a month. So when I got back I thought I was under the same promotion, I wasn't it was $40, so I started to walk away but since I was there I stayed and then they told me my next donation will be $24.00. I want be back, it's the principal.

Horrible experience, I went in for the first time to get registered for everything and the staff was extremely rude and having me wait 4 hours just to do a physical. I would highly recommend going to BioLife plasma center

Most of the staff there are friendly and helpful. My last experience was horrible as my "sticker " couldn't locate the right vein I had 3 different IVs within 45 min. The last one was extremely painful so she told me she would get an ice pack and take it out in 5 min. She was the only one on the floor so couldn't get bvk to me. The Director was helping her on the floor so I asked him for help. He was clearly irritated and said ok I'll do it real fast for you. He counted to 3 and snatched the IV out of my ar

I've been to another plasma donation center nearby and the experience does not even compare. It is ?Always? a great experience at Octapharma in Riverdale. The staff is fantastic. Thank you for all you do.

I must say Faith and Ms. Donna are by far the best Phlebotomist. They not only stick well, but they always have a wonderful attitude. You could be having a bad day. Then you walk into Octapharma Plasma, see these two. Your day and spirits are guaranteed to be lifted. Thankz ladiez for being you, love the good vibez ????????????????????????.

The staff are amazing here, they are all kind and gentle with sticking you. Ms. Donna is the sweetest (they all share labeled masks so I am not 100% sure on names).

I have been donating at Octa for almost a year. The staff is very friendly and the facility is very clean. And some of the phlebotomists are so good you don't feel s thing. I do need to give a shout out to Ms. Opal. Thanks for your shenanigans. Lol.

Such a nice experience and I feel like I made a difference as the staff does everyday.

All the employees here are nice and helpful, they work together to make sure all donors are treated with respect. Especially Donna, Nisha, and Mrs Opal. Ms Faith is gone from here, she will be missed

Amazing employees and very clean environment! Special shout out to Jasmine for her immense knowledge on the health screening process, fantastic energy,and professionalism. Keep up the great work boss!

I just completed my first experience at this location and it went well was very clean and the workers were pleasant two of the associates that really helped me and help me feel comfortable and safe being it was my first time were Jada at the front desk and Faith the phlebotomist.

I go twice a week and the last few times I've gone run into some inconvenience. I won't get into all of that. However, I will give a major shout-out to Tamera (hope I spelled it correctly) who stuck me perfectly! She went above the scar tissue and when I tell u I went through 4 cycles and the first time it went up to 28%! Second cycle went to 56%. The third was at 81% and I was only at 21 mins. Mind you that was the first time she stuck me! I love her, Ms. Donna, Faith (that's my chica!!), Tiana and Ms. Ki

All staff are extremely professional, efficient, clearly skilled at their job, and are super nice!!! The facility is very clean as well.

Been to CSL, been to Biolife and the octapharma in bmore and coming to this riverdale location has been the worst experience at a plasma center I've had. I'm guessing they're understaffed so maybe no one to blame but I'm upset that I was standing in the new donor line for awhile while people in the returning donor line were being tended to. I got to the center around 5 so I wasn't sure I'd be able to donate so I interrupted the lady that was tending to a returning donor and asked her and she said no. No big

Did not have a good experience. Issues with technicians drawing blood. Then I had to come back sixty days later due to the issue -when I got back - I couldn't get the $100 owed anymore but they lowered me down to $40- a rip off. You are there two hours and I was owed at the minimum $70. I was told that when I first signed up after I give seven donations I would receive $70. I only gave five!! I asked why I received such low pay and the excuse was I wasn't there in 57 plus days. Remember it wasn't my faul

Today was my first time ever donating plasma and i can say it was a nice peaceful experience. Make sure you eat a good meal and drink lots of water before you come. You will need your SSC, Your ID and a piece of mail with your address on it. You will go through screenings and have to read some books and watch videos then you will sit and get your blood taken. Everyone was friendly and nice

Great customer service, friendly stuff. It was enjoyable donating plasma there.

Hi! Does anyone know if I can go to this center if I'm from bluemont VA? my zip code is 20135, but I'm not sure if I can go at this one bc the distance

The staff is outstanding! I basically know everybody by name. They are friendly and so helpful. At times, I find it very entertaining. It is the best part of my day. ????

I've always have a positive experience while at this center. Employees such as Andrew always go above and beyond to make sure each donor has a quality donation. I firmly believe the employees need a raise or at the very least an honorable recongintion such as Faith, Ms. Denise, Ty Ty ( apologies not sure what's the young lady real name is but the tall gorgues dark skin female)for there hard work and decation they show every single day. Coming to this center for quite some time and I believe there suscess is

go at your own risk. bruised my vein and inserted needle wrong

3-4 hours to donate smh and very poor customer service I will say the three young ladies that was working the donor floor need pay raises they where moving and handling that floor while management in the office talking not helping out or delegating other workers to help

For Today.. Jan. 9th,2022......The staff Is very quick and efficient (Quick only being used in comparing this location to the others that I've experienced). Waited longer than 6 months to donate and had to sign in as a New Donor. So I automatically,(Based on the length it's taken the other locations to get New Donors seen), freed-up a 4-5 Hour part of my day to do this..and on a Weekend..I thought it was going to be a drag... I was finished in 2 hours....????To The Staff(My apologies to the Staff for not ca

Okay it's me again?My favorite Octapharma (New Carrollton location) has a contest and I want to win it ???.My favorite employee is kirby. I love all of the staff their very friendly professional and always take good care of me but I had to choose 1 person?always happy when I see kirby in the building. ?? Octapharma of New Carrollton keep up the great job.

Aubria the phlebotomist has been the longest standing since I've been at this location. She's one amazing phlebotomist. Very friendly and always on point. Although she's only part time she gives 100% whenever she's there.

First off, Shadae you are the best! Started donating in forestville and I relocated! I was happy to see you! Sonic you are very personable and selfless?? Mrs Donna you are the absolute best! She do.her job no mater who's around. lady (ms. Opal I think that does registration, light skinned,short and full of energy I appreciate your energy! Now can't remember the lady that poke me name but I do know she was promoted today to be a trainer, she soooo nice and natural! I hope you get whatever position your heart

Very professional work environment as well as friendly customer service. They really make you feel good about donating your services and helping others

They are all great people and work very hard including Miss Patrice. They have TVs to watch and you never have to wait more than 10 minutes to get started.

Omg the video I just watched this location need to be shut down immediately they deleted reviews some one is going to get hurt here they already hurting people getting away with it

These people are dismissive and rude. Bottom line. If I could sue them I would. Those 12 year old girls they have working there straight out of job Corp really messed me up. I got sick as a dog. Woke up with a black eye. I tried to tell them my arm was on fire. Nobody cares ....so if I die from a blood clot I can't even sue them. Just be careful cuz they don't care about you

My. Donation be. Good. I.get. the. 2. Best. Stic. Ers

This is very clean very professional facility the staff is amazing and great. I love the fact I can watch TV while I'm giving plasma. Faith is a very amazing professional and I recommend she gets a raise. - Marcus Anderson

I have small veins and as a new donor, I was a bit apprehensive, but from start to finish, Octapharma Plasma was great. I have been giving plasma for years and have never had such a good impression. Both phlebotomists were the gentlest I have ever had. Even when there was some difficulty, there was no pain during and no bruising afterwards. In my experience, that is no small feat!! Thank you!

I had a bad experience on August 2, 2022, I went in for a blood sample, it took this apparently inexperience tech two times sticking me, and she still couldn't find my vain. I asked for the supervisor, I was told by the supervisor that she couldn't draw my blood and that another tech had to draw my blood, that tech found my vein, and all is well.I recommend that you do not put and inexperience tech drawing someone's blood, could mess around and stick the wrong vein, God forbid!!!

No problems! The plasma donation process was fast and easy. The free wifi helps the time pass. And the staff are helpful and friendly. Financial compensation was quickly process.

The Octapharma Riverdale, Md location is very polite and professional. They're process is one of the quickest in the area, And they are the only plasma donation company still considerate enough to provide donors with cable television on multiple flat screens in a spacious donor facility. And Ms. Opal is a jewel ??... Keep up the good work and attention to details Octapharma Plasma.

Honestly, from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave out the door you feel like you're at home. Staff like Faith take the nerves and stress of donating out of your mind and bring you to a calm state that makes donating fun and something I can see myself doing often.

I've been visiting this plasma center for one year. The staff is always professional and courteous but my favorites are Ms Donna and Ms Opal who stand out for their attentiveness, gentleness, and personability.

Thos location is really fast. Its an in and out thing. Staff are welcoming. Environment is clean gotta give them that. This location is where ill be referring people over all the others in the maryland area. But hey thats just my opinion.

This place is very clean. I love the staff there everyone is so friendly and welcoming. This is the only place I come to they never failed me. They treat me like family

Amazing place to donate. I came here after i stopped donating at another facility. The staff is great and the atmosphere is amazing.

Ghana is the best ! I have been to numerous plasma places and she is by far the nicest and most professional care giver I have experienced! I will be back !

Every time I donate , Nisha makes me feel welcomed and appreciated. She's a. Great person to work with. ;)

I would like to give a shout out to everyone who makes it possible , I've been coming to the center for 3 months now and I can actually say everyone is welcoming , kind and they take their job serious !! My two favorite people thus far is Ms.Faith and Ms.Opal.

Good professional service overall, yet when the woman phlebotomist jabbed, it hurt compared to when I had been there before. Some of the phlebotomists jab with less impact.

The whole crew is wonderful especially Nisha they treat you like family or a really good friend!! I love this location!!!!!

Doesn't piss me off and great staff

My experience with Octaphrama as a new donor has been great. The facility is nice and clean. The staff is friendly and professional.

Well, let see, what's the best way to explain Octapharma? Well, I can say, in a professional level, they are boundless with knowledge, and skill sets. On a personal level, ( what I know) of them, you can't lose on the friendships that you will build if you allow it to form, I couldn't think of a better place, and group of ppl, to help me serve the community of ppl who are in need of plasma. I can't tell you my favorite employee, cause they are all talented in their own way, but I can tell you my favorite p

Great staff, quick process, everyone at the center made me feel welcome. Jasmine helped tremendously with understanding how the screening process worked and what was to come.

The staff is very professional. They work in the organized manner

Everyone so nice and cool they help you with everything and it goes by really fast they really try not to have you waiting all day. Super easy really good people I love it

If I could I'll select zero starts, the attention was very racist, I was by my self and They did not want to assist me because of ?my English ? I'm not too fluent at English but I understand and I make myself understood.

The staff very Knowledgeable very help and professional. Great spirit all smiles Great environment. Very pleased with the location and will Definitely make that my regular donation site.

The staff is wonderful, very pleasant and polite. HOWEVER, THE ISSUES THAT I AM HAVING WITH THE PAYMENT CARD THAT THEY ISSUE YOU IS A WHOLE NOTHER STORY. PLEASE BEWARE!!

It was great and pleasant, the staff are always gentle and kind.

Nisha is very polite and very helpful and takes very good care of patients and Always working with more than one she is a great worker

Great experience and they were very nice

Faith and Donna Kirby are great Phlebotomist and they do their job very well . The environment is very clean, and friendly.

Faith is awesome. Not only is she a great phlebotomist with an excellent bedside manner! She is my Fav!

Opal, Kirby, and Carrington were especially nice and helpful throughout a lengthy process.

The staff there is very helpful and has a positive energy, very professional. They make you feel comfortable and this site ( RIVERDALE) is clean , peaceful and I would recommend it to others. Thank you RIVERDALE location!!!!

I never knew a plasma donation place could get over 4 stars but since going to Octaplasma in riverdale, i see why. And it's completely justified. The staff is great from intake to donation. Easy process in and out

I go to the one in riverdale and all the employees are so great and wonderful they always take care of me and i always look forward to coming in

It was very good experience and I will be there to donate today.

Everything was good and everyone was professional I give them a 10 I had no problems at all the team is great.

But people should get a least $100.00 for every donation because you draining someone's bodily fluids to make a lot of money for the medication you produce from it and they risking the health saving others.

I was in love with the environment, there was TV?s to make sure I was entertained and there was excellent working staff. Everyone made the experience very enjoyable.

It's a hit or miss! 50/50 if you get your money or not! They half suck at sticking people!!!

Daughter still hasn't received her referral money. Been 2 weeks. Scanned code for her to get it. She never got it.

Not too good..they didn't give a chance to adjust blood flow when stopped only once.....they didn't try other arm, or offer water or Gatorade... They said, well gotta come back.

Everyone is kind, friendly and helpful. Equipment needs to be checked out.

I got signed up and there donations are not properly set up. I had to wait and couldn't get done before they closed.

The staff is very friendly and patient. Unfortunately they have to deal with a lot of troubled attitudes that walk in the door

Takes forever spend most time waiting to be removed and hooked up to the machine than actually donating

this place is the best they take good care and make sure that u are ok. keep up the good work

This location is extremely clean staff is wonderful even the security guard.. they answer all the questions you have and is patient with you.

Handles any un business like problem quick, have too reach more of the potential i know octapharma has the facility capabilities, i as a donor compliments, lets get too know each other on lets doo the impossible!!

My experience was very good they treated me well very respectful and I know what they're doing

Everyone is always super friendly, the location is clean, and the experience is good

Great staff! Very friendly and knowledgeable!

Great first visit. New donor to this center great to know they actually love what they do, friendly environment.

Didn't know what to expect nevertheless my experience is great. Plus a great way to save lives and science.

This place is so ghetto. Please go to another location. Absolutely unprofessional, especially the management. Just purely a horrible experience.

Some people can be too ruff with your vains, some people may need retraining, i can help others with 2 arms and less risk of bleeding out, then 1 bottle of plazma can.

The staff was very nice and respectful.

I like this location I've never had a problem here and Ms.Opal is my favorite -Rodrigo Lacayo

My name is Mr. Crossen and Ms. Nisha has been progressing each and everyday. Thank you

It's a very peaceful place and the staff there are very friendly and helpful especially Ms Nisha

No one in there right mind should donate plasma here have you seen the video

Nisha, has a great customer service and every time she stick me I have convince in her and I recommend her.

All was very quickly and clearly.

All of the octapharma plasma are very ambitious and amazing especially with ms Donna and faith they do be having great conversations and very informative

Friendly staff clean environment would definitely recommend

Everyone is so helpful really nice place to go. 5 stars you see it. A must go place.

Very nice assistant good customer service the people are there are very nice and friendly??????????

Typical visit takes about 2 hours from arrival to exit which seems reasonable for the payout.

They changed the maximum amount to $65. Who's going to sit there for over an hour getting plasma pumped out of their body for $65 or lower? Not coming back

In the past I've been a little squeamish about giving blood, but the staff and the process at Octapharma Plasma make me very comfortable in donating plasma.

Everyone was nice and helpful but the phlebotomist bruised my arm very badly I was In pain the rest of the day

Forestville location needs work very slow and unprofessional

Great place great employees I be in And out no longer than a hour .

Staff are a nice lively bunch.

Donna Brown Is by far my favorite sticker I only go to her and only go when she works she needs a raise

Amazing staff, truly care for your safety and well being!

I have no complaints great place to donate and I will refer people here!

Best location with the most friendly staff. Enjoyable experience, will be back !! :))

Great staff very professional and fun love them all especially Ms.Denise!!!

Not okay I know people who smoke that donate here and I wasn't allowed to because of my vein size

Great staff? they do such a good job:)

Perfect experience u need more employees great.GREAT great love it

Very friendly and excellent customer service and very clean place

Love the staff, always friendly and so polite,

Chill environment mostly fast service good customer service

The manager at the Riverdale location was very rude to me when I brought up that one of staff members was making a lot of mistakes during the process and she kicked me out.

The employees are awesome and the place is very clean. No wait time at all.

They always provide excellent service.

The staff here are awesome. I highly recommend the Riverdale location to everyone!!

My experience at mocha Plasma was great!

My experience was very fast, efficient,and comfortable

The staff is super polite and always friendly

Amazing team an fast process

Donor service okay. Some employees okay. Some not okay ??

I definitely prefer this location over BioLife!! Patryce & Javon are amazing ???? Definitely recommend.

Nisha and the woman that work there are very good at there job!!!

Wasn't able to complete my plasma because they say my pulse rate was high

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.