For the urine test, urine color varies greatly, whether you're healthy or ill. Tell the technician if urine appears red, cloudy, smoky or has any other strange appearance. Many drugs and foods affect the smell and other characteristics of urine. Report any unusual odors. For the blood test, some degree of apprehension or fear is normal and should be expected.
Discomfort disappears when the test is finished.
For the urine test, collecting a urine specimen should not cause pain. If it does, notify the technician. 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 germ. Sterile urine container.