Preparation

When you have blood taken, a good intercession thing is crucial for quality and reliable results. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions.

When the form indicates ‘sober’, you must not eat, drink or smoke 8 hours before the blood collection (a sip of water before taking medication is allowed).

Blood test centre Maenhout opens at 8am so you do not have to be sober for that long. Make an appointment here to reduce waiting times.

What do I take with me?

Application form

If your GP or other doctor has given you an application form (and has not prepared it online), you should bring it with you. Only then will the nurses know which samples to take.

Identity card

Correct patient identification is very important. Therefore, always bring your identity card.

How do I prepare for the blood collection?

As a patient, you can start preparing specifically for each sample type. Adequate preparation ensures the most reliable results. Therefore, strictly follow your doctor's advice.
The following samples can be examined in the laboratory:

• Blood
• Urine
• Stool sample
• Saliva
• Semen
• Sugar test (OGTT)