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Capillary sample

Table of Contents

Alternative Names

Blood sample - capillary; Fingerstick; Heelstick


Normal Values

See the specific test.


What abnormal results mean

Results vary depending on the test performed.



Review Date: 05/01/2011
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)