Pathology: Blood or qi deficiency. This is seen in cases of deficiencies and failure of Qi and blood. It can also be seen in disharmonies of the even emotions, weakness in Yang Qi, internal damage to jing, and penetration of dampness.
Testing for venous blood clots. Venous blood clots may be detected in a variety of ways, though ultrasound is most commonly used. Occasionally, the patient's size and shape limit the ability for ultrasound to provide a definitive answer. Venography is an alternative test to look for a clot.
Capillary blood samples. Capillary blood sampling is typically done as a point-of-care test. It is used widely for blood glucose determinations, but new rapid testing with fingerstick technology is also being used to determine bleeding times and HIV status.For capillary sampling, youâll use a small lancet or poking device to puncture the skin to obtain a single drop of blood.t is used widely for blood glucose determinations, but new rapid testing with fingerstick technology is also being used to determine bleeding times and HIV status. For capillary sampling, youâll use a small lancet or poking device to puncture the skin to obtain a single drop of blood.