Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Nathan...
Had his genetic test today and boy was it a horrible experience. 2 1/2 hours, 5 different phlebotimists, including the pediatric unit, and 7 different pokes later, only half the needed blood was acquired. Poor him. He was poked in both hands, both inside elbows, both feet and finally had his heel pricked to get the remaining needed blood. For this test whole blood cells are needed; that is why vein access is best. Blood retrieved from a heel prick usually has broken blood cells. Derrick took him...What a brave dad! Hopefully enough was taken to be able to get a correct result. We will let you know.
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Indeed brave Dad! I remember well having blood drawn from my babies (most when they were in the hospital). The worst was when they would have to go to their head. YUCK!
I hope they got enough, and I hope the results are what you want/expect. Not sure what that is.
Oh poor Nathan. Sure glad that is over! Will your insurance pay for that? Last I heard that was going to cost a lot of money and they wouldn't cover it.
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