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A blood test is a simple procedure in which a small sample of blood is taken from a person's arm using a needle and syringe. The blood is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. The laboratory will use the blood sample to check for different things such as the number of red and white blood cells, the levels of different chemicals and substances in the blood, and the presence of certain markers or antibodies. Blood tests can be used to check for a wide range of conditions such as infections, anemia, diabetes, and cancer. It's important to follow the instructions of your doctor, nurse or phlebotomist before and after the test, so you can have accurate results. And results usually take a couple of days to come back.
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