This responds well to moist, warm compresses applied every 2 to 4 hours. Return to pretest activities right away. Resume taking any medications witheld before the test. Use warm compresses if blood collects under the puncture site or if the area becomes tender, red or painful. Time before results are reported to the doctor or patient varies from a few minutes to a few days.
Abnormal results require further tests to confirm diagnosis.
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