something o done wrong

[Struggle123]

hi all

Ordered a blue horizon test and had these results back. Done bloods befure and always been ok. Just wondering if I have done something wrong.

[Sleepman]

looks like too little sample ."insufficient"

check with them ... companies normally send another kit if first one fails.

[Jaydee1507 Administrator]

Did you struggle to fill the blood vial or not fill it up enough? Sometimes squeezing your finger can do this as it damages blood cells.

Contact the blood company to get a retest and follow the preparation instructions carefully.

When collecting your sample try the following tips:

Drink plenty of water. Being well hydrated will make it easier to collect your sample.

Shower before you take your test or run your hands under warm water for a few minutes, as heat improves blood flow.

Do some light exercise (move around, go for a walk, etc.) to get the blood flowing.

Make sure your arm is below your heart level – let gravity do some of the work.

Nails that are too long can make it difficult to collect a sample.

Do not shake the sample vigorously but invert the tube gently 10 times. (gently swirl the tube after each drop of blood).

Do not squeeze (milk) the finger.

Re-warm your hands during collection where needed.

[Struggle123 in reply to Jaydee1507]

Yes did all those tips as first lot all came back as Haemolysed.

I’ll have to get a blood draw done 👍

[Jaydee1507 Administrator in reply to Struggle123]

Its unusual for so many to have failed. Often its only folate which does seem to be an issue for many.

Were there 2 tubes and you only filled up one tube?

[Struggle123 in reply to Jaydee1507]

No one tube full, this time I didn’t even touch my finger to ensure I wasn’t squeezing it .

Really haven’t a clue was so careful with the second lot

[SlowDragon Administrator]

Only do private testing early Monday or Tuesday morning.

Tips on how to do DIY finger prick test

support.medichecks.com/hc/e...

Post all about what time of day to test

healthunlocked.com/thyroidu...

stop any supplements that contain biotin 5-7 days before any test

[Struggle123 in reply to SlowDragon]

Oh ok how come ? I sent Thursday so they would receive Friday and just got results bk today .

This is second try first all came back as Haemolysed. I followed the instructions as stated both times .

Think I will have to get a blood draw

[SlowDragon Administrator in reply to Struggle123]

Think I will have to get a blood draw

Probably good next step