Phlebotomists: Can a small needle invalidate certain blood tests?!
Question: Phlebotomists: Can a small needle invalidate certain blood tests.?
...By damaging cells.?
What tests might be sensitive to this, if any.?Health Question & Answer
What tests might be sensitive to this, if any.?Health Question & Answer
Answers:
Yes as it can cause lysis of red blood cells. Lab tests such as red blood cell count, hemoglobin, including CBC can be affected. Health Question & Answer