This article was reviewed by Darragh O’Carroll, MD. Understanding Blood Tests: How They Work and What They Can Tell You Blood ...

A phlebotomist is a healthcare professional trained to collect blood samples. Many different professionals work together as part of a medical team. Each team member has their role and responsibilities ...

You can find out what your blood type is through blood or saliva tests, or by donating blood or checking your medical records ...

A device that could make it possible for patients to draw their own blood at home was successfully used to collect blood samples for measuring antibodies against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes ...

Seattle-based Tasso, which makes devices for the self-collection of blood samples, has landed $100 million in funding. Tasso’s devices work on the upper arm, drawing blood from a network of ...

Metabolism tests look at a person’s hormone levels or carbon dioxide and oxygen output. They may indicate a hormone imbalance or help people with weight goals. Several companies offer metabolic tests ...

Chicago (tca/dpa) — The practice of drawing blood has changed very little over the decades. It looks about the same now as it did 50 years ago. That process, however, may be about to get a modern ...

CHICAGO — The practice of drawing blood has changed very little over the decades. It looks about the same now as it did 50 years ago. That process, however, may be about to get a modern makeover.