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A member asked:
I cant take the pain of getting my finger stick, is there another way they can get blood?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: I emphasize with you. I hate to prick myself too because of pain. Blood can be taken from vein in the arm unless they only want to test your hemoglobin or blood sugar .
Answered 9/29/2016
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