Site Map	Complete a Blood Transfusion Request and Label Specimen

• Wash hands
• Introduce yourself and check the patient's identity
• Discuss procedure with the patient
• Venesect 10ml into correct container (clotted sample)
• Label bottle with a minimum of
  • Patient's name
  • Date of birth
  • Hospital number
• Complete full details on request form
• Place sample in transport bag & dispatch to lab

	Any comments or feedback please contact me by email: Tom Williams