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Had a blood test done this morning. it was a large order from my doctor. on the 7th tube drawn i felt light headed and very weak like i was going to pass out. i was not fasting and not anxious. what can cause this feeling ?

Q: had a blood test done this morning. it was a large order from my doctor. on the 7th tube drawn i felt light headed and very weak like i was going to pass out. i was not fasting and not anxious. what can cause this feeling ?

: Almost certainly a vasovagal reaction secondary to the blood drawing procedure. Should have no lasting consequences.

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Almost certainly a vasovagal reaction secondary to the blood drawing procedure. Should have no lasting consequences.

Answered 4/28/2023

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A member asked:

Had a blood test done this morning. it was a large order from my doctor. on the 7th tube drawn i felt light headed and very weak like i was going to pass out. i was not fasting and not anxious. what can cause this feeling ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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