Instructions: Capillary Blood Tests

Instructions for the Capillary Blood Test

With our home tests, you can easily and safely determine important health values without a doctor's visit. This guide takes you step by step through the process, from preparation to sample collection to shipping.

Probatix provides you with the necessary materials so that your sample is collected professionally and analyzed in a specialized, accredited laboratory. Follow the instructions to obtain reliable results and keep an eye on your health.

The instructions as a video

General Notes

Please read the instructions carefully in advance and follow each step.

• Bring the blood sample to a branch of Deutsche Post on the day of collection (only Monday to Wednesday, no mailbox drop-off). Store the sample in the refrigerator until shipping.
• Drink enough water beforehand and avoid coffee and sugary drinks to facilitate blood flow.
• The test is only suitable for individuals over 18 years of age.
• Only perform the test after consulting with your doctor if you:
  • are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • suffer from a blood clotting disorder.
  • are taking anticoagulant medications.
• Do not perform a test if you suffer from a blood-borne disease such as hepatitis or HIV.
• Fill all tubes included in the test kit up to the 0.5 ml mark.
• If you have any questions, contact us via email at support@probatix.de. For more information, visit our Contact Page or our FAQ.

Step 1: Preparation

1. Read the instructions on the back of the manual carefully.
2. Prepare all materials: lancets, gauze swabs, disinfectant swabs, sample tubes, plasters, safety bag, and shipping envelope.
3. Open the email "Shipping Confirmation and Important Information about Your ProbatixTest" as you will need it later.

Step 2: Execution

1. Remove the lid of the tube (do not twist) and place it in the designated cutout of the shipping box.
2. Stimulate blood circulation: Hold hand under warm water for at least 1 minute, dry it, and rotate the arm 5–10 times in large movements.
3. Disinfect the chosen finger with the alcohol swab and let it dry briefly. Tip: The middle finger is particularly suitable.
4. Hold the blue-white lancet horizontally, rotate the protective cap around its axis, and carefully remove it. Important: Do not use the lancet without or with a loose protective cap.
5. Place the hand with the palm facing up on a firm surface. Position the lancet on the center of the fingertip and press firmly. Wipe away the first drop of blood.
6. Hold the hand diagonally downward below heart level and gently (!) massage the finger from the palm to the fingertip. Important: Do not squeeze the finger to avoid bruising, as this can distort blood values.
7. Hold the finger over the tube and fill it (the wiping aid can be used). If too little blood regenerates, start again with a second lancet on another finger.
8. The collection is complete when the 0.5 ml mark in the tube is reached. Tap the tube lightly on the table several times to allow the blood to flow.
9. Press the lid back onto the tube until a "click" sound is heard. Then gently shake the tube 2–3 times. Important: Less than 0.5 ml is not analyzable.
10. Take care of the wound with a plaster.

Step 3: Shipping

1. Place the sealed tube in the transparent safety bag and close it carefully.
2. Put the safety bag in the gray return envelope and seal it carefully.
3. Open the email you received in advance and click on “Activate Test”in the test profile to send the order to the laboratory.
4. Send the envelope immediately by mail (no mailbox drop-off). Important: Shipping should only occur between Monday and Wednesday.
5. Used materials can be disposed of in household waste.

⭐️ Congratulations – now you can look forward to your results! ⭐️