Capillary Blood Collection: Best Practices - BD

A Review the test requisition(s). B Gather the appropriate supplies (lancing device, gloves, gauze, alcohol, bandages, etc.). C Positively identify the patient. 4 Verify diet restrictions (fasting required, etc.) and any latex sensitivity (if products containing latex are being used). 5 Wash hands and put on gloves. NOTE: All patient and laboratory specimens are treated as potentially