Tests & scans · In plain English

Finger-prick blood test

A blood sample collected from a fingertip using a small lancet, rather than from a vein in the arm.

Also searched as: capillary sample, at home blood test, capillary blood test

Why you might see this term

Some laboratory tests can use a properly collected capillary sample. The kit specifies how much blood is needed, collection timing and return requirements.

What to keep in mind

A finger-prick kit is not suitable for every marker or situation. Follow the provider’s validated instructions; a venous sample may be needed if collection is unsuccessful.

Sources & further reading

Prepared by ProFertility · Updated 23 October 2026.

Educational information based on the linked sources. This explanation is not an individual diagnosis or a treatment recommendation. A term appearing here does not mean the test is necessary or included in a particular kit.

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