Dried blood spot sample collection instructions

1. Register online
   

   Go to Request a DBS test to get your validation code.

2. Check kit contents
   
3. Write name, date of birth and validation code on test card
   

   Your validation code was sent to your phone or email.

4. Wash hands with warm water
   
5. Wipe finger with alcohol swab and allow to dry
   
6. Prick finger with lancet
   • Twist off cap
   • Push hard against finger and push until it “clicks”
   
7. Squeeze blood onto card
   • Large drop of blood into each circle.
   • Minimum 3 full spots required.
   

   Dried Blood Spot Collection Criteria

   
8. Wipe finger and apply band-aid
   
9. Allow test card to dry
   

   When dry, fold the flap of the test card over the blood spots.
   

10. Pack test kit into foil envelope and reply paid envelope
    
11. Post test kit
    

    Free postage – no stamp required
    

Need help?

Watch the video or call Sexual Health Infolink on 1800 451 624.