A new approach to understanding your health
To start your blood collection process please scan the QRcode found on the front of the product.
Fasting
Please do not consume food or drink six hours prior tocollecting your sample. This excludes water.
Hydration
Drink two large glasses of water 30 minutes prior to samplecollection.
Collect your blood sample
Only collect your blood sample in the morning betweenMonday-Thursday. Please post your sample before noon onthe same day you collect it. Avoid collecting your sample onor close to public holidays
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Scan QR code to begin blood collection processand connect with a SheMed team member
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Lay your kit out on a low table, so you can standand have your hand below your elbow – gravityhelps your blood flow.
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Wash your hands with soap and warm water.
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Flex the inside metal chip of the heat pack afew times until the pad starts to cystallise, heat upand harden. Gently rub the hardening liquid. If thepack does not heat up, discard and use your handinstead
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On the upper section of your non-dominantarm, rub heat pack or hand up and down fortwo minutes. Prepare the shoulder by using thealcohol swab to wipe the contact area. Ensurethe shoulder is dry before attaching the Tasso+device
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Remove the Tasso+ device from the tray
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Open the blood collection tube by twisting off the cap.
With fill lines facing out, press the bloodcollection tube into the SheMed device until snug.
Peel tab and clear cover from the red button on the SheMed device.
Stick the SheMed device to the shoulder and press the button until it clicks. It may take up to a minute to start filling the tube.
Allow tube to fill. There are two lines, you need to fill to the top of highest line.
Remove the SheMed device by peeling from one side.
Remove the blood collection tube from the SheMed device with a slight twist and pulldown. Replace the cap on the blood collection tube by pressing firmly until you hear it click.
Apply pressure to the shoulder with the sterile dry swab to stop the bleeding, wash hands and apply a plaster. Gently invert the tube at least 10 times but do not shake.
Place the blood collection tube into the transportation tube and press firmly to close.
Place the transportation tube into the pathoseal bag and seal by removing the metallic silver strip
Ensure you record both the unique reference number (URN) and the tracking number from the sample collection on this Instruction For Use (IFU) leaflet. Keep this leaflet for your records.
Insert the sealed pathoseal bag into the box provided and place the box into the pre-paid return envelope. Seal the envelope by removing the metallic silver strip.
Return your sample using the pre-paid envelope provided. Samples should be posted in a Royal Mail late collection postbox, or at a post office, before noon on the same day you collect your sample.
We measure
Diabetes risk
Cardiovascular risk
Liver health
Thyroid health
Complimentary bi-annual blood testing
You'll receive two complimentary blood tests after six and twelve months. These tests will provide real data so you understand how your body responds to weight loss treatment.
Our clinicians will provide you with a tailored plan based on your blood results. If any health problems are identified, our clinicians will quickly arrange a suitable treatment plan for you.
