Request another sample to be collected to ensure accuracy. No changes necessary. No changes necessary. No changes necessary. Roll up sleeve only.
Discomfort disappears when the test is finished.
Equipment used Needles, syringes and heparinized collecting tubes. Sterile, disposable equipment prevents contamination or spread of infection. There is no risk of becoming infected with the hepatitis virus, AIDS virus or any other infecting germ. Description of test Blood sample is taken from the umbilical cord at birth. If taken later, blood is drawn from the infant's heel.