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    Register Test-ID

    Before you start, you need to register your test-ID. Your test kit contains a sticker with your unique test-ID. If you need help creating an account, you can check our guide.

    Register test
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    Wash Hands

    Wash your hands in warm water and massage your hand to increse blood flow. Dry your hands.

     

    Shake your hands to get the blood flowing.

    Note: Doing a blood test without stimulating blood circulation might prove difficult, so please do not skip this step!

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    Disinfect Your Finger

    Use the alcohol swab to disinfect the finger tip that you will prick.

    Let the alcohol dry completely before proceeding.

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    Lancet (Metallic)

    Plastic-free alternative made of metal. Requires manual pressure to draw blood, which can feel slightly uncomfortable.

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    Blue Lancet (Plastic)

    Easy to use with minimal discomfort, but may contain small amounts of plastic. The spring-loaded needle activates with a press against the finger.

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    Remove Protective Cover From Lancet

    Rotate the protective cover on the blood lancet to remove it. Use the extra lancet if you need to do another finger stick.

    Note: Skip this step if you're using the metallic lancet instead.

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    Place Hand On Flat Surface

    Place your hand on a flat surface. Put the lancet diagonally toward the test finger and press down the yellow button. Make sure the lancet is pressed against the finger the whole time.

    Note: The lancet can only be used once. If you have pressed the button without placing the lancet against your finger, you will not be able to use it again.

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    Encourage Blood Flow

    Gently massage your finger from the base toward the tip to encourage blood flow. Do not squeeze too hard as this may cause the blood to clot.
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    Drip Blood Onto The Circles

    Drip the blood onto the five circles on the paper. Standing up will help.

    It is important to fill all the circles completely, otherwise the lab will not be able to perform the analysis.

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    Place Your Test-ID Onto The Paper And Let Dry

    Place the sticker with your unique test-ID onto the paper. Let the blood sample dry for 2-4 hours until it's completely dry.

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    Put DBS Paper Into The Silver Plastic Cover

    When the blood is completely dried, put the paper in the silver plastic cover.

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    Sending Sample

    Put the sample in the provided envelope and send it.

    Note: Send your sample at the beginning of the week (preferably Monday or Tuesday) to avoid delays. Keep the sample refrigerated until sending.

    How To Send Your Sample
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    Wait 10-15 Business Days For Results

    Results are usually available 10–15 business days after we receive your sample.

    As soon as your results are ready, we'll notify you by email and text message. Your results will then be available to view in your my.gettested.io account.