How much do blood banks pay for a pint of plasma? Do I need to file a 1040 incom!
Question:
How much do blood banks pay for a pint of plasma? Do I need to file a 1040 income form?
I can certainly use a few extra bucks extra income. I’ve heard blood banks pay for people's plasma.
Does anyone have a round figure as to how much they pay?
I’m figuring on $50 a pint.
I’d also like to get on a routine schedule of selling pints.
I figure 4 pints a week would be very handy in the form of extra cash. I’ve already starting drinking lots of OJ and sugary snacks to get those levels up.
Lastly, does anybody know if I’d have to claim this on my taxes as income? If this all works out, I’d be looking at over $10,000 a year gross selling my blood. I’m hoping this is non-taxable income.
Answers:
Because plasma is quickly replenished by your body, you can donate plasma as frequently as every 48 hours, but no more than 12 times a year. Additional restrictions vary, however, depending on the center, type of procedure used, and your donation history. Compensation varies and yes, it's taxable according to the IRS...