Blood Test
THIS IS PAID SERVICE- IT IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH BLOOD TESITNG PROVIDED BY YOUR GP
Get the Blood Test in Ramsey.
Blood tests have a wide range of uses and are one of the most common types of medical test.Most blood tests only take a few minutes to complete and are carried out at Ramsey Pharmacy.
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For example, a blood test can be used to:
- assess your general state of health
- check if you have an infection
- see how well certain organs, such as the liver and kidneys, are working
- screen for certain genetic conditions
Preparing for a blood test
At Ramsey Pharmacy we can arrange your blood test and will let you know whether there are any specific instructions you need to follow before your test such as:
- Avoid eating or drinking anything (fasting) apart from water, for up to 12 hours
- Stop taking certain medicines
A blood test usually involves taking a blood sample from a blood vessel in your arm.
The arm is a convenient part of the body to use because it can be easily uncovered. The usual place for a sample to be taken from is the inside of the elbow or wrist, where the veins are relatively close to the surface.
Before taking the sample, the phlebotomist may clean the area of skin with an antiseptic wipe.
A needle attached to a syringe or special container is inserted into the vein. The syringe is used to draw out a sample of your blood. You may feel a slight pricking or scratching sensation as the needle goes in, but it shouldn’t be painful. If you don’t like needles and blood, tell the person who is taking the sample so they can make you more comfortable.
When the sample has been taken, the tourniquet will be released, and the needle will be removed. Pressure is applied to the skin for a few minutes using a cotton-wool pad. A plaster may be put on the small wound to keep it clean.
