BLOOD SAMPLING

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Now it's time to take a blood test. Then choose one of our connected receptions. You can read more about  how the blood test is done  and what preparations you need to make. There are different preparations for different exams.

DO I NEED TO FAST BEFORE THE EXAM?

For some tests, you need to fast before giving blood. This means that you must not eat or drink anything ten hours before the sample is taken. Most often, it applies from 10 p.m. the evening before the test. It is fine to drink a small glass of water.

The rules for fasting may vary between different laboratories and analyses. For certain blood tests, there are special regulations for the intake of medicines, food and alcohol. You can get more information about what applies to you from the person taking the test.

Every product you can order from us has clear instructions regarding what applies before taking the sample. The referral you receive usually also states at the bottom what applies.

IS THE SAMPLING UNCOMFORTABLE?

The experience can be very individual. It may hurt and sting a little to give a blood sample, but it passes quickly. Some people find it very unpleasant to give a blood sample. Then it can be nice to sit or lie down when the test is taken. Tell the person taking the test if you feel worried.

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VENOUS BLOOD TEST

Our samples are venous blood samples with a prick in the hand or arm. You then provide a blood sample from a vein that is visible in the crease of the elbow or on the top of the hand.

The sampling nurse washes the skin where the puncture is to be made and takes the sample with a special sampling cannula which is connected to a test tube. The blood is then sucked into the test tube.

Sometimes a so-called stas band is used. It is tightened over the arm and makes the veins more clearly visible to the person taking the test.

Afterwards, you will receive a patch over the puncture. You can remove it after an hour. You may get a bruise after the test, but usually it's a small dot from the injection site that disappears after a day or two.