Frequently Asked Questions

How can patients prepare for a blood draw?

Patients should drink plenty of water before a blood draw to stay hydrated.

How do you avoid hematomas when drawing blood?

Remove the tourniquet before removing the needle.

Apply pressure to the venipuncture site.

How do patients prepare for fasting labs?

Before sample is taken patient is require to be Fasting for at least 8 to12 Hours prior, meaning nothing after midnight ONLY water or black coffee without sugar and cream .

How long does it take before receiving lab results?

Routine labs results are received within 24 to 72 Hours, specialty labs results varies.

How long have you been a phlebotomist?

18th yrs plus