About Our Service
Our specialist phlebotomists are highly skilled in the art of taking blood samples in a quick, professional and comfortable manner. We understand that some patients may be nervous of needles and will do our best to reassure you and make you feel at ease.
Blood samples taken are sent to our internal laboratory for processing as soon as they are taken. Some samples may have to be sent to an external laboratory depending on the tests required.
When you have finished having your specimen taken, your phlebotomist will put a small plaster on the area that you should leave in place for 24 hours.
Results will be sent to the requesting clinician, who will in turn inform you of these results.
So you are to have a blood test?
In this document we share the process of taking bloods.
Preparation
• Some tests require you to fast. Your doctor/midwife/nurse will advise you of this
• Your doctor/midwife/nurse will advise if you are to withhold medication prior to test.
• Sips of water may be allowed.
• Fasting includes no gum, tea or coffee etc.
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Appointments:
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Health Insurance:
We operate a direct payment scheme with VHI, Laya Healthcare, Irish Life Health, Garda Medical Aid, ESB, Medical Provident Fund, and Prison Officers Medical Aid. If you are covered by any of these insurers, the relevant insurance forms are signed electronically on your admission to hospital.
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Tel: 01 408 5200
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The Coombe Hospital
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Cork St, Dublin, D08 XW7X