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At-Home Shoulder Prick

Step-by-step instructions

Before you test

  • Consult your physician before use.

  • For use only on a single patient. Discard entire device after use.

  • Do NOT use on locations presenting edema, abnormal skin integrity, or atypical skin health.

  • Do NOT use if allergic to stainless steel.

  • Store the collected blood sample at 2-8 °C (35-46 °F) using ice packs to ship it to us with overnight service as soon as possible.

  • Freeze the ice packs before you test.

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Step 1: Prep for your test
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1. Wash hands with soap and warm water.

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2. Activate the heat pack by locating the inner pouch. Squeeze firmly to rupture the inner fluid pouch. Shake briefly to mix contents.

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3. While waiting, remove the device from its bag.

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4. Unscrew the collection tube cap and press the tube into the end of the device. Use a slight twist for a secure fit.

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Note: Make sure you secured the tube all the way in.
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5. Choose a collection site on your upper arm.

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Note: Choose an area on the upper arm with minimal hair for better adhesion.
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6. Clean the area with provided alcohol wipe. Allow to air dry

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7. Wrap the heat pack in a soft cloth and place it on the collection site for 3 minutes. Rub the location with your hand if the heat pack does not warm up.

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Note: Take heat pack off if the temperature becomes uncomfortable.

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8. Peel white sticker from back of the device.

Step 2: Collect your sample
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1. Stick the device in the center of the heated portion of your arm with the tube hanging below. Keep arm to your side and steady.

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2. Slide the lever down until a click is heard and the lever turns green. Relax your arm by your side. 

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3. Fill the tube past - 400μL, then remove the device by peeling it off your arm. 

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Note: Note: Don't overfill by passing the 600μL line.
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4. Remove the tube using a gentle pull and twist.

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5. Press the cap onto the tube firmly until a click is heard. A slight twist may be needed. 

Step 3: Ship it our way
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1. Place the tube into the middle of the plastic specimen bag, and ensure it is surrounded by the cotton balls on all sides.

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2. Seal the bag. Do not remove anything from the bag.

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3. Put the specimen bag along with cold ice packs into the mailer with the shipping label. 

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4. Drop off the mailer at your nearest FedEx on the same day as collection.

You are all set!

The results will be available on the web portal - we will send you an email when your result is ready.

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