blood extraction

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rakski @rakski (156498) • Philippines 27 Mar 25

I like that girl, the medical technician. It took her one poke to get blood from my arm. Not two or three but one only! She patiently and meticulously examined both my arms before deciding which...

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Blood Extraction.

rakski @rakski (156498) • Philippines 27 Mar 25

Hubby and I will be going a bit later for our appointment. We will have our laboratory test done later. I'm hoping my veins will not collapse later when they will extract blood from me. How is your day today?

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Ultrasound

luisadannointed @luisadannointed (11848) • Philippines 14 Nov 24

After my blood test done, they called me to the ultrasound room. Thy made me lay there and put some jelly on my neck and bam they started to do the ultrasound. The procedure done today is more quick than the last time. They told...

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They First Extract Some Blood Today - Lab Test

luisadannointed @luisadannointed (11848) • Philippines 14 Nov 24

Done with my laboratory test. They get sample of my blood I don't know why, but I hope they will find it all negative, but I know my ultrasound for sure is not, I got thyroid lump 6 cm big. I just hope the doctor will find it cute...

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How painful is blood extraction?

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (16568) • Philippines 2 Jun 23

Many of you had your blood extracted and the pain may vary from one person to another. Those who haven't experienced it fear it like the devil. I've witnessed a "macho" man who fainted when he saw the needle to be used. That's...

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Blood tests can be scary... but not really

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (16568) • Philippines 6 Dec 21

Some people are aftraid of needles and that's understandable. Who would want to be pierced in his/her arm or leg? As soon as they see the needle, they are scared and would not proceed with the test. I once witnessed a man ran...

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I Want Coffee.

rakski @rakski (156498) • Philippines 3 Feb 20

but I can't. I will be going to the laboratory today for blood extraction so I need to fast. It is quite a bit cold and a hot coffee would really be nice. just saying.... How are all you today? I am...

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Fluctuating…

ingrid @ridingbet (66854) • Philippines 27 Apr 16

I had my PTPA extraction again this afternoon; I went to the hospital after lunch with my sister for our follow-up check-up and what surprised me was my PTPA is low again. From high at 4.+ something to normal range last March 23rd...

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Conquered my fear!!! blood extraction, I'm done with you

zhette4220 @zhette4220 (181) • Philippines 12 Aug 12

I really thought blood extraction and vaccination is really that painful.Well, I just proved it isn't painful at all. When you are about to be vaccinated, it feels like once the needle is inserted into your skin, you'll feel that...

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Venipuncture is a relatively painless procedure if done properly.

Jenaisle @Jenaisle (16568) • Philippines 5 Aug 08

Venipuncture or phlebotomy is the collection of blood from the veins of a person. When done properly, it is a relatively painless procedure. Have you ever refused a blood test because you were so scared when you saw the needle?...