Clinical blood analysis

• Diagnosis of inflammatory, infectious, allergic processes;
• To determine treatment methods, control therapy;
• To identify contraindications to treatment.

If the child has a fear of blood, dizziness may occur, then it is necessary to warn the medical staff ( pediatrician ).

Usually, a clinical blood test does not require special preparation. One hour before the examination, it is not recommended to drink tea, coffee, juices. As an exception, the child can be given a drink of water 15-20 minutes before the analysis.

It is important to warn the doctor about taking medication. Blood is taken from a finger, but in some cases it can be taken from a vein. Before taking, the injection site must be wiped with a napkin containing alcohol.