By Daksh kapoor on 22 Sep 2021
4 mins read
Below is the stepwise technique for phlebotomy for successful sample collection every time.
It should be quiet, clean, and well-lit.
Indications for sampling should be clearly defined.
When blood is drawn from an artery.
2. Capillary method-
3. Venipuncture-
For understanding the procedure in detail please read our article on “What is venipuncture? Why is it important for phlebotomists?“
4. Fill up sample tubes-
5. Complete procedure-
6. Prepare for transportation of samples-
The samples thus drawn are not always for diagnostic purposes. In some medical conditions like hemochromatosis and erythrocytosis, they are a part of the treatment given.
Also Read: BSc Nursing Course
The techniques for phlebotomy are applied in the treatment of a few medical conditions too. This is when we call it therapeutic phlebotomy. These are explained for better understanding.
In conditions when the body has an iron overload, more than the regular quantity of blood is drawn. As compared to 2.5 to a maximum of 10 ml in regular testing, around 470 ml of blood is drawn in this condition. It is drawn from the veins once every one to two weeks.
Our programs are certified by NSDC.
With demand-driven quality training in a good institute, you can become proficient in phlebotomy procedures.
A phlebotomist along with the right kind of training together make a positive impact on numerous lives.
They help a physician approach a proper diagnosis, chalk out a treatment plan and also bypass any complications.
A career in this field can be a rewarding one. It is recession-proof, giving you a sense of fulfilment with a contribution to the society and remunerative too.
