The minimum age to donate plasma generally ranges from 16 to 18 years old, depending on the country and donation center policies:
- In the United States, you typically must be at least 18 years old to donate plasma, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. Some centers allow 16- and 17-year-olds to donate with parental or guardian consent
- In the UK, donors must be between 17 and 65 years old to start donating plasma, with certain conditions for older donors who have donated blood or platelets before
- Some specialized programs accept donors aged 16 or 17 with parental consent, but generally, 18 is the standard minimum age for plasma donation
- The maximum age for plasma donation varies, often up to 65, 68, or even 74 years old depending on the center and donor history
In summary, you usually need to be at least 18 years old to donate plasma, although some places allow 16- or 17-year-olds with parental consent. Weight and health requirements also apply. Always check with the specific plasma donation center for their age policies and eligibility criteria.
