How can I make my veins better for a blood test?

How to raise a vein Drink plenty of water – staying hydrated helps boost your blood circulation. Get yourself warm – wrap up in lots of layers, have a hot meal, walk around for a bit or have a warm shower. Soak wherever you're injecting in warm water – do this for a few minutes, or run warm water over it. More items...

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Drink plenty of water – staying hydrated helps boost your blood circulation

– staying hydrated helps boost your blood circulation Get yourself warm – wrap up in lots of layers, have a hot meal, walk around for a bit or have a warm shower – wrap up in lots of layers, have a hot meal, walk around for a bit or have a warm shower Soak wherever you’re injecting in warm water – do this for a few minutes, or run warm water over it. Do not inject in the bath. If you’re injecting downers you may fall asleep, while injecting cocaine in the bath raises your risk of heart problems – do this for a few minutes, or run warm water over it. Do not inject in the bath. If you’re injecting downers you may fall asleep, while injecting cocaine in the bath raises your risk of heart problems Do some exercise – try running or jumping on the spot or doing some arm curls with a dumbbell or can of food

If you’re injecting into your arm you can:

Wrap a warm towel around your hand and arm – or hold a warm flannel against the vein you’re going to use – or hold a warm flannel against the vein you’re going to use Let your arm hang down – slowly clench and unclench your hand – slowly clench and unclench your hand Swing your arm around in a big circle like a windmill – this helps more blood flow into your arm

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Do not slap your veins – gently tapping or stroking them for about 20-30 seconds will help them stand out – gently tapping or stroking them for about 20-30 seconds will help them stand out Do not smoke cigarettes or vape just before you inject – nicotine makes your veins (and arteries) narrower

Using a tourniquet (tying off)

A tourniquet is a band or strap you fasten round your arm to slow down the blood flow. You'll only need to use one if you're having trouble raising a vein. If you do use a tourniquet, first make sure you can release it quickly and easily.

To use a tourniquet safely:

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