INSTRUCTIONS
This kit is a tool for collecting and transporting a human capillary blood sample to the laboratory.

Please read these instructions carefully before starting to collect blood.

NB: Please note that the laboratory cannot ensure that the tests will be conducted properly unless the circles on the blood collection card are correctly and completely filled.

STEP 1

Before using the blood collection card, please use a ballpoint pen (not a fountain pen) to write your first and last name, together with the date of blood collection.

STEP 2

Warm your hands under warm water for a couple of minutes and dry them on a clean towel. Hang your arm down and shake your fingers to increase blood flow

Clean your ring finger or middle finger with the alcohol swab and let it dry. Position a lancet alongside the tip of the finger.

STEP 4

Insert lancet to a depth of 2 mm. Massage the entire length of the finger to allow for a large drop of blood.

STEP 5

Touch the tip of the drop of blood to the first circle. Do not touch the circle with your finger! 

Repeat until the 2 circles are completely filled

STEP 6

When completely dry, fold the card and place it in the plastic bag supplied in the kit.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• The laboratory must receive the blood sample within two weeks from the date of collection.
• Please do not use this kit if you are taking blood thinning medications or have a blood clotting disorder.
• A lancet or fine cannula penetrates to a depth of 2 mm in order to avoid injury to the finger between the skin surface and the bone.
• Please do not draw blood from earlobes, from small or swollen fingers, or from recently pricked fingers.
• Each blood collection card is intended for single-use only.
• The blood collection set must not be used on minors without parental consent.
• Please dispose of used lancets properly and in accordance with local regulations.
• Keep away from children.