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Plasma Hero origins

Blood plasma can be used to create life-saving therapies. The global demand for plasma has been steadily increasing over the years, but as of recently, it’s hit a critical mass. Now, more than ever, we need heroes to step up and donate plasma if we want to continue to treat those who rely on it.

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Ike Ezeonwu

Florida

Plasma Hero stories

Ike Ezeonwu donated plasma 460+ times, then turned his passion into a career at the donation center where he started.

Be heroic

You don’t have to just watch heroes in movies or read about them in comic books. You can be one. Plasma donation saves countless lives, and by spending 90 minutes donating blood plasma, you become a hero. 

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News & Updates

Get the latest information on plasma through our news and updates. Featuring: Scientific discoveries, plasma supply, industry-related coverage, policy and legislation, and more!

How plasma donation centers can make cities safer

10/20/2025

Research shows plasma donation centers reduce crime, particularly property and drug offenses, by 12% in their communities by providing legal income.
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What the proteins in plasma do

09/08/2025

Blood plasma contains essential proteins: albumin, immunoglobulins, fibrinogen, transferrin, and complement proteins. Together, they keep your body healthy.
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Common issues patients face accessing their plasma-derived therapies

08/06/2025

Insurance companies create barriers to plasma-derived therapies through copay accumulators, formulary restrictions, prior authorization requirements, and coverage confusion, harming patients with rare diseases.
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How plasma center architectural design creates a welcoming experience

07/15/2025

Architects balance function, safety, and the experience of donors and employees when designing a plasma donation center.
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How the Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association supports patients and donors around the world

06/09/2025

The Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA) works to ensure patients globally have access to lifesaving treatments by advocating for donor safety, manufacturing excellence, and international collaboration.
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Developments in the plasma collection process increase efficiency

05/13/2025

Three new plasma innovations include collecting more plasma per donation, speeding up time to donate, and increasing medicine yield.
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