What do they do?

A Phlebotomist is someone who works in a medical laboratory and specialises in blood collection.

Their duties include performing venipunctures to collect blood, drawing blood into the correct tubes with the proper additives, explaining the procedure to the patients, preparing the patients, and performing the puncture and drawing the blood.

After the puncture and drawing of blood, they have to ensure that the puncture closes and instruct the patient on proper care of the wound.

In addition, they may have to order tests based on the doctor’s needs, label the tubes properly and deliver them to a testing laboratory.

Skills Needed

●       Good communication skills

●       Ability to empathise with patients and put them at ease

●       A steady hand

●       Attention to detail

●       Ability to stick to routine procedures

How do I get there?

To become a phlebotomist, it is necessary to take biology in your class 11 studies. Upon graduation from school, most people take a 1-year or 2-year associate's degree program for Phlebotomy. Some go for a degree in similar fields, such as nursing, before joining a course for Phlebotomy. 

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