IgG Food Explorer™ Fingerstick Collection Instructions
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE BEGINNING AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. IMPROPER COLLECTION AND SHIPPING CAN CAUSE SAMPLE REJECTION OR INVALID RESULTS.
Tips to Optimize Collection:
- Be hydrated: Drink water 30 minutes before attempting blood draw.
- Have warm hands: Wash hands in warm (not hot) water while rubbing fingertips.
- Increase blood flow: Windmill arms several times to increase circulation to fingers.
- Select middle or ring finger(s) on side away from the thumb: Avoid calluses. Do not collect from the pad of finger.
- Massage hand: Start at the heel of the hand and gently and firmly move down to the puncture site.
- Collect hanging drops instead of scooping the blood with the tube: This will produce a cleaner sample and avoid spreading blood along your finger.
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