Blood Type Test

ABO Blood Typing, Rh Blood Typing

How It Feels

The blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm. An elastic band is wrapped around your upper arm. It may feel tight. You may feel nothing at all from the needle, or you may feel a quick sting or pinch.


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Author: Douglas Dana
Jan Nissl, RN, BS
Last Updated: November 30, 2006
Medical Review: Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease

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Topic Contents
 Test Overview
 Why It Is Done
 How To Prepare
 How It Is Done
Arrow PointerHow It Feels
 Risks
 Results
 What Affects the Test
 What To Think About
 References
 Credits