Donating blood or plasma is one of the greatest gifts you can ever give someone, as it may mean the difference between life or death. Luckily for Lubbockites, there are multiple opportunities throughout the city to do just that!
This begs the question, however, of what actually happens to your life juices when they’re sucked out of you through a needle? Well, let’s take a look at the process.
Where to Donate Blood and Plasma in Lubbock
First off, did you know that there are at least seven locations in Lubbock that take blood and plasma donations?
Check out this interactive map of where these convenient locations can be found in Lubbock:
What Happens To Your Plasma After Donation?
Plasma is actually the liquid portion of your blood. In fact, according to the Red Cross, 55% of our blood is plasma. By maintaining blood pressure and supplying our body with the necessary proteins, electrolytes and pH balance, plasma is at the very core of how our body operates…