Roll up sleeve only. For the blood test, you will feel mild discomfort when the needle is inserted into the vein or when the lancet pricks a finger, heel or ear lobe. For the blood test, you will see the technician, nurse or doctor, the basket or tray to hold the equipment, the needles, syringes, collecting tubes and bandages. Many drugs and foods affect the smell and other characteristics of urine. Report any unusual odors to the technician, nurse or doctor.
Discomfort disappears when the test is finished.
Collecting a urine specimen should not cause pain. If it does, notify the technician, nurse or doctor. 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.