Nosileia Tora undertakes blood collection at home, for any examination, without any inconvenience for the patient and with immediate receipt of the results.
We can also undertake blood draw for small children and infants.
We collect the blood sample throughout the week, from Monday to Sunday and transport it immediately and safely to specialized collaborating microbiological laboratories.
We also undertake blood tests through the Health Insurance system of Greece.
Specifically for the arterial blood gas (ABG) test, which is a different type of test, Nosileia Tora has portable equipment of the latest technology and the results come out at the same time, without transporting the sample to a laboratory.
Preparing the patient for blood sampling
The patient must have drunk 2 glasses of water about 10 minutes before the blood collection. Water does not affect test values at all. In this way, the best blood circulation is achieved.
Depending on the type of test, you may need to fast from the night before and not take the morning medication.
The patient should be as calm as possible so that the test values are not affected. This is particularly benefited by the fact that the blood collection is done on site.
How is blood drawn?
Our nurses use special needles (butterfly needles) so that the blood collection is done faster and painlessly.
It is recommended that the patient be in bed so that the nurse can find the best possible vein and the patient is not disturbed.
Painless Blood Collection
Now the patient does not have to worry about whether they will “find a vein”. Nosileia Tora has a state-of-the-art vein detection machine (Vein Finder), so that blood can be taken immediately and painlessly at home.
The vein detection machine is mainly used in:
- Patients receiving chemotherapy
- Patients with increased edema
- Young children
- Patients with “suffering” veins:
- Patients who need regular blood tests
- Patients receiving frequent intravenous serums and antibiotics
- In oncological patients
Blood Tests at Home
The blood tests that can be performed with a home blood draw are the same tests that can be conducted in a laboratory. Below are some examples of blood tests:
| HEMATOLOGICAL TESTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Prothrombin Time PT | LAC | Indirect Coombs |
| APTT | Protein C | Glycated HbA1c |
| Fibrinogen | Protein S | |
| Activated Protein C Resistance (APCR) | Direct Coombs | IMMUNOLOGICAL TESTS |
| IgG | C Total | Anti ENA (screen) |
| IgA | ASTO (quantitative) | AMA |
| IgM | RF Rheumatic Factor (quant.) | ASMA |
| IgE | CRP (quantitative) | Anti CCP |
| C3 | ANA | |
| C4 | Anti-ds DNA | BIOCHEMICAL TESTS |
| Glucose | γ-GT | Serum Magnesium |
| Urea | LDH | Serum Chloride |
| Creatinine | CPK | Potassium |
| Uric Acid | CK-MB | Sodium |
| Triglycerides | Amylase | Serum Iron |
| Cholesterol | Alkaline Phosphatase | Transferrin |
| hdl | Acid Phosphatase | TIBC |
| ldl | Total Bilirubin | Ferritin |
| Apolipoprotein A1 | Direct Bilirubin | Vit. B12 |
| Apolipoprotein B | Total Proteins | Folic Acid |
| Lp(a) | Albumin | Homocysteine |
| SGOT | Calcium | |
| SGPT | Phosphorus | THYROID FUNCTION TESTS |
| T3 | TSH | Anti-Thyroglobulin |
| T4 | Tg (Ag) | TSH-RAB(TSI) |
| Free T3 | Anti-TPO | |
| Free T4 | Anti-Microsomal | TUMOR MARKERS |
| AFP | CA 19-9 | NSE |
| CEA | CA 125 | PSA |
| CA 15-3 | CA 72.4 | Free PSA | INFECTIOUS – SEROLOGICAL REACTIONS |
| Toxoplasma IgG | Herpes 2 IgM | Anti-HCV |
| Toxoplasma IgM | Anti-HIV 1+2 | Epstein Barr IgG |
| Rubella IgG | Anti-HAV Total | Epstein Barr IgM |
| Rubella IgM | Anti-HAV IgM | Mono test |
| CMV IgG | HBsAg | TPHA |
| CMV IgM | Anti-HBc Total | RPR |
| Herpes 1 IgG | Anti-HBc IgM | VDRL |
| Herpes 1 IgM | HBeAg Antigen – e | WIDAL |
| Herpes 2 IgG | Anti-Hbe | WRIGHT | HORMONOLOGICAL TESTS |
| β-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (βhCG) | Total Testosterone | C-Peptide |
| E2-Estradiol | Free Testosterone | Growth Hormone (GH) |
| FSH | DHEA-S | IGF1 (Somatomedin C) |
| LH | DHEA | PTH |
| Prolactin PRL | D4-Androstenedione | Osteocalcin |
| Progesterone RPG | Cortisol | Calcitonin |
| 17-OH Progesterone | ACTH | 25-OH Vit. D |
| SHBG | Insulin | 1,25(OH)2 Vit. D | ELECTROPHORESIS |
| Hb Electrophoresis | Protein Electrophoresis | Immunofixation |
Test Results
Blood test results are delivered immediately (for the majority of tests within a few hours), at any time – including Sundays and holidays – and we have the ability to send them electronically to your attending physician, who will then advise on any necessary treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the home blood draw process take?
The process is performed quickly, with the blood draw itself being brief and the results delivered immediately – or within a few hours – depending on the test.
Is a home blood draw safe?
Yes, the service is carried out by specialized nurses using modern equipment, ensuring a painless and safe procedure.
What preparation is required from the patient?
Before the blood draw, the patient should drink 2 glasses of water about 10 minutes beforehand. For certain tests, fasting or skipping the morning medication may be required.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 2105710088 for Athens or 2310262888 for Thessaloniki to schedule an appointment, receive the appropriate instructions, and learn about the cost of the service.
If you are also interested in urine tests, please visit our “Urine Tests at Home” page for more information about that service.
Book Your Appointment Today!
Take advantage of the convenience and reliability of our home blood draw and blood testing service. Contact us to schedule your appointment and receive your test results immediately.
