Childbirth, breastfeeding, pregnancy and plasma donation
You can give plasma if you gave birth more than 6 months ago. This means:
You can give plasma if you are breastfeeding, as long as you gave birth more than 6 months ago.
You can’t give plasma while you are pregnant.
Note: Do not bring babies and young children to your appointment unless they are accompanied by another adult who is not donating. If both adults wish to donate, book appointments at least one hour apart. That way, there will always be someone to watch the child, and the first donor will be free before the second donor has begun their eligibility interview with a Héma-Québec staff member.
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Understanding plasma donation
Reality : There’s zero risk of getting a disease from giving plasma. We draw your blood using brand-new, sterilized, single-use equipment in sealed packaging for all donations.
Reality : The plasma donation process has zero health risks. Plus, Héma-Québec staff and volunteers are well aware of the potential side effects of donating plasma; your comfort is our priority. Read our recommendations to learn more about how to best prepare to give plasma.
Reality : In Québec, it is illegal to pay blood product donors. Our province’s blood system relies solely on the generosity of our donors!