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 January 23, 2018 / 11:34 PM / CBS Los Angeles LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — In this "gig economy," more and more people are looking for ways to make extra cash. Ever since the financial meltdown of 2008, the cash-for-plasma business has been booming. Selda Yilmaz of Alta Loma has a full-time job as a biology tutor at a community college. But when a coworker turned her on to the idea of plasma donation, she was more than a little hesitant. "I would have severe anxiety over the idea of getting poked with a needle," Yilmaz said. "I just decided you know what, I can get compensated and I would also be doing a good deed, helping other people, and getting over my fear of needles." Photos posted on Yelp showed some incentives for donors at the Red Cross and UCLA Medical Center include cookies, chips, and even movie tickets. Yilmaz, who says she's donated about 15 to 20 times, says she was $75 for her first two visits and then $50 after that. Then the compensation drops to $25 and $40, which is loaded onto a debit card. "They don't offer any snacks," she said. "For the most part, you're just compensated with the money." Hospitals and drug companies buy the plasma to make lifesaving therapies, so for donors who show up eight times a month, anywhere from $250 to $300 is realistic. One type of donation called a "mobilized white blood cell donation" can pay as much as $800 for a single draw, because it requires injections of a powerful medication that can carry the risk of side effects. But Yilmaz says she made about $2,000 after recruiting other donors by placing ads on Craigslist. "Because I took advantage of their buddy bonus program, I was able to earn a thousand dollars just from other people donating," she said. While Yilmaz was able to use the money for car insurance payments, she says she hasn't donated since mid-December and is unsure whether she will donate again in the future. Studies show donating too frequently can potentially weaken the immune system. "I guess I don't know what the long-term effects are," she said. Occasional donations of straight plasma or whole blood are overwhelmingly considered safe and potentially lifesaving for recipients. Plasma donation changes lives, one donor at a time.Delivering a better plasma donation experience!CynthiaThis location on 436 off Colonial Dr is very nice. As a new plasma donor the 1st visit took about 4 hrs. It was busy and there were like 10 new donors ahea JamesI love coming here hardly ever have to wait in line and the staff is super friendly and know what there ChristineIt's a hard location to monitor, that I understand however, the outside can be a little intimidating. Cheryl “Donaldncheryl”"When life gives you such an opportunity to make a difference, don’t miss it. Just do it."Debbie"When I donate plasma, I make it possible for healthy children to be born."Sherry"I’m a firm believer in helping others and giving back however I can."Michael"Plasma donation helps others & it's my way of giving back to those who need plasma."Alishia"Hard to believe plasma donation has come this far, this App has made it really easy to see all the info we used to guess at."G.B."What to say about the best plasma donation facility around… Such a nice comfortable place with incredibly hard working & diligent phlebotomists."Nick"The best place to donate plasma, the staff are all proficient, knowledgeable and friendly."Kevin"Great friendly staff, a nice way to help others and earn a little extra money at the same time."Bevin"Nice, calm environment with friendly staff where they will pay you for your patience while you donate plasma."Tanner"Great place to earn extra money and help people out at the same time. I've enjoyed my experiences and will be back soon."Andrew"Great place to donate plasma. Love it when I hit the trivia days. Staff is friendly and helpful."Justin"Nice staff! Quick and easy money, and you do something good for others in need!"Junior"Clean, friendly staff. In and out in less than 1.5 hrs. The octa app is a huge time saver with easy check in and updates to your donation money. Donate, it saves lives."Tom
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