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Register your test

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.

Wash and warm your hands

Wash your hands in hot water for about a minute. This will increase blood circulation in your fingers. 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!

Disinfect Finger

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

Let the alcohol dry completely before proceeding.

Remove Protective Cover From Lancet

Rotate the protective cover on the blood lancet (yellow, blue or purple/pink lancet) to remove it. Use the extra lancet if you need to do another finger stick.

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.

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.

Drip the blood into the test tube

Drip the blood into the test tube. Standing up will help. It is very important that you fill the tube to the line, otherwise the lab will not be able to complete the test and you will need to send in a new one.

Note: NOTE: The tube already contains some liquid so keep it upright after opening.

Place Your Test-ID Onto The Test Tube

Place the sticker with your unique test-ID onto the tube. Store in the fridge until you send it.

Sending Sample

Put the foil pouch 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

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.

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