[Misty]

Anyone else who donates plasma for extra money ever have them say your protein levels were low? I assume this means I just need to eat more protein but I honestly don’t understand how it’s low.

I’ve been donating twice a week for about 4 months and never had this issue.

I also eat protein in every single meal. Tons of cheese and meat everyday.

[Carolyn]

They are talking about blood proteins, not the protein you get from food. The blood protein is how enzymes, vitamins, hormones, lipids are circulated through the blood stream.

Hydration/dehydration can be a factor.

[Helen]

In the UK we donate blood for free. Well, we get a cup of tea and maybe a biscuit for our contribution

[Missie]

Please see your primary for a check up. There are ( rare) diseases that cause kidneys to spill protein, especially if you’re on a high protein diet.

It’s wonderful you’re donating plasma, but take care of you first.

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