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	What can I do if I make a hematoma (bruise) on the arm?
	Apply cold compresses for 10 minutes.

	How can I collect a stool sample of an infant wearing diapers?
	With a plastic spoon take the stool sample and placed inside the container.

	How can I collect a stool sample of an infant under 4 years?
	That the child defecate in a pot and collect the sample with a disposable spoon.

	Where can I get the containers to collect a urine sample and / or feces?
	In a pharmacy and / or laboratory.

	Why am I asked at reception the request of the physician?
	To ensure that the examinations to be conducted, are what the doctor asks.

	Why make me personal questions during the sampling?
	To find out if eligible for the study and to provide real value to the diagnosis.

	Why a study of an amoeba in fresh stool sample should be taken to the lab in less than 1 hour?
	To find the active and infecting stage on the parasite.

	Why I recommend performing hormonal studies in the morning shift?
	Because hormones have circadian (variation of the concentration of hormones during the day) and pulsed (high and low peaks) cycles.

	Why does it take approx. 3 days for a culture (stool, urethral, vaginal, otic, etc.) test?
	Because in this study are playing live microorganisms that require time for growth.

	How long should I wait for a study of HIV, VDRL, once a high risk sexual contact?
	Around 3 months.

	If my screening test for HIV was negative, how much time must pass to have it done again?
	Every 6 months for 5 years.

	How much stool sample is enough for a stool test?
	5 gr. or the size of a walnut.

	How many days must pass to perform a test for antibodies against dengue?
	5 days after presenting symptoms.

	How long should I wait to get a pregnancy test?
	Least 5 days after your missed period.

	What is the ideal urine sample for a general urine test?
	The first of the morning or 4 hours on hold on the bladder.

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