Recommendations for taking a blood sample for pre-treatment analysis
Preparing for a blood draw for lab analysis
Edward M. Lichten, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S.
Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
600 West Brown Street Suite #202
Birmingham, MI 48009
Office phone: (248) 593.9999
Cellular Phone: (248) 420.8726
Fax: (248) 593.9037
Email: [email protected]
Dr. Lichten’s focus for forty years has been the treatment of autoimmune and chronic diseases with natural, bio-identical androgenic anabolic steroids derived from testosterone.
Preparation Steps
- Patients preparing for a blood draw should fast for 24 hours beforehand.
- Avoid taking any non-critical medications for at least 24 hours beforehand.
- Avoid caffeine, smoking or other intakes that might affect blood content.
- Please arrive early to the appointment to avoid logistical delays.
Please also note the following, and take all necessary related steps.
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For patient giving the blood sample |
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1. Patient blood sample for laboratory diagnosis is non-infectious – virus, bacteria, or bacteriophage |
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2. If patient is taking medication, please provide 2 tablets of each, packaged separately and marked with the medication name. |
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For medical personnel taking the blood sample |
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3. Samples for First-time patients should be filled to 40mL into Heparin (green-top) tubes. |
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4. Samples for patients previously analyzed should be min. 20mL and can be sent in any type of tube. |
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5. Please provide main diagnosis for which treatment is sought and any other pre-existing medical conditions below: |