Title: Tips on Blood Testing | Lab Tests Online
Headings: Tips on Blood Testing
Tips on Blood Testing
Content: If, at any time, you feel faint or lightheaded, tell the phlebotomist or someone nearby. Putting your head between your knees or lying down should make you feel better soon. Can't You Find the Vein? If the phlebotomist "sticks" a patient twice with the needle but does not succeed in reaching the vein, another phlebotomist may step in to complete the procedure. This keeps both the patient and the technician from becoming flustered and should be seen as a reassuring step. Even after one unsuccessful attempt, if you feel unsure about the phlebotomist, it is okay to ask for someone else to handle the second. What Helps Afterward? If you experience swelling, bruising, or pain, follow general first-aid procedures to relieve the pain, including icing the site, using the affected arm as little as possible, and taking a pain reliever if that is an allowable medication for you. When Blood is Hard to Draw
Most people may be pleasantly surprised that a blood draw is quick, easy, and relatively painless. While they may have some anxiety ahead of time, they may find that it was faster, less painful and easier than expected.