Bill > H4979

This bill aims to establish a new chapter in the Massachusetts General Laws regarding source plasma donation centers. The key provisions are: 1. Defines key terms, including "source plasma" (the portion of human blood collected by plasmapheresis and intended for plasma protein therapies), "plasmapheresis" (a procedure where blood is removed, the source plasma is separated, and the red blood cells are returned to the donor), and "source plasma donation center" (a facility where source plasma is collected by plasmapheresis). 2. Allows source plasma donation centers to collect source plasma through plasmapheresis and employ persons to perform total protein tests using digital refractometers, as long as they comply with federal laws and regulations governing the collection of source plasma. 3. Requires the Department of Public Health to establish requirements for the registration of source plasma donation centers in the Commonwealth, consistent with federal requirements, including collecting registration fees, investigating complaints, and taking disciplinary action to protect public health, safety, and welfare. The Department will also approve and issue certificates of registration and maintain a list of registered source plasma donation centers.