Blood sample - capillary; Fingerstick; Heelstick
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Blood sample - capillary; Fingerstick; Heelstick What the risks are Excessive bleeding Fainting or feeling light-headed ... Read more »
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A capillary sample is a blood sample collected by pricking the skin. Capillaries are tiny blood vessels near the surface of the skin. ... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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