Celiac disease affects 1 in 100 people globally. Despite its prevalence, many remain undiagnosed because its symptoms can mimic other conditions. Many overlook celiac disease’s unusual symptoms, leading to potential health complications. Early detection can speed up the diagnosis, enhancing management and quality of life. Keep reading to explore the unusual symptoms of celiac disease. 1. […]
The human heart circulates roughly 5 L of blood every minute. It ensures each cell gets adequate oxygen and nutrients. This crucial fluid is often collected for medical tests, prompting the question, “how many vials of blood can be drawn at once?” Knowing these limits protects the patient’s well-being and ensures accurate test results. Join […]
People use medical needles millions of times every day across the world. Besides blood draws, the instruments are central to administering treatments and vaccines. In fact, their use is so important to medical interventions that, when the first COVID-19 vaccine rolled out, many countries experienced severe needle and syringe shortages that led to other health […]
Are you one of the more than 10,000 pediatricians working in the United States? If so, this guide is for you. Working as a doctor or as a pediatric phlebotomist can be very rewarding. It also comes with some challenges. To do your job properly, reduce risk, and provide the highest quality of care, it’s important to understand […]
The US Food and Nutrition Board recommends 8 mg and 18 mg of iron per day for men and women over 19, respectively. If you are pregnant, that recommendation increases to 27 mg of iron per day. If your doctor suspects you are not getting enough or too much iron, they may recommend an iron […]
An adult has approximately 1.2 to 1.5 gallons of blood in their body, and it takes less than 1% of that amount to tell us a wealth of information. If your patients have been feeling unwell, then going through their symptoms can help you narrow down possible culprits. Then, a blood test can either confirm […]
Your blood test results can tell your doctor a lot more about your health than you might think. For example, it can tell them whether you have a concussion, a mental illness, or hearing loss. A blood test can give your physician an accurate picture of your health, helping them develop a treatment plan. There […]
Fasting blood tests are a common way for doctors to check for a variety of health conditions. In fact, more than 70% of doctors’ decisions are based on lab results. These tests are crucial in helping healthcare providers detect various health conditions and monitor overall well-being. Fasting blood tests require patients not to eat for […]
Are you a parent? If so, then you know that blood work for kids can be a challenging process. After all, nobody enjoys needles. This is especially true of children. And yet pediatric blood draws are often necessary for various reasons such as diagnosing medical conditions or monitoring treatment. While these procedures may seem routine, […]
Every year over 6.8 million people donate blood in the U.S. This equates to more than 13.6 million units of whole blood. But who checks the quality of this blood? If you haven’t donated or had your blood tested, you probably haven’t dealt with a phlebotomist before. So it’s no surprise that you may be […]