1. Hydrate: Drink a glass of water before you do anything else. You can add a pinch of salt or a sugar-free hydration pack to improve hydration.
2. Wash hands: Wash your hands with soap.
3. Get active: Jumping jacks or squats are both great exercises to warm your arms and get your blood flowing, which will make collection easier. Please avoid strenuous workouts for 24 hours before collection.

1. Prepare workspace: Remove all contents from the box.
2. Prepare EasyDraw device: Remove the RedDrop Dx device from the packaging. Unscrew the tube cap and press the tube into the end of the device. Use a slight wist for a secure fit.
   • Note: The tube’s lip must face the back of the device. A small gap will remain after tube is installed.

1. Select collection site: Locate a flat area on the outside of your arm, as shown in the diagram, about 10 fingers below the top of your shoulder.
2. Remove hair from collection site: (Optional) Use the provided razor to remove excess hair from the shoulder region where the device will be applied.
3. Warm your shoulder: Activate the heat pack by bending the coin back and forth. You will hear a click and the gel inside will slightly change color. Place the heat pack vertically on the upper arm for THREE minutes.
   • Note: The heat pack may be taken on and off if the temperature becomes uncomfortable.
4. Clean collection site: Clean your heated shoulder with the provided alcohol pad to disinfect and remove oils, make sure the alcohol dries before proceeding to the next step.

1. Remove safety guard: Pull off the cardboard.
2. Remove adhesive liner: Peel the paper off the bottom of the device using the tab on the back of the device.
3. Place device on skin: Stick the device FIRMLY to the center of the heated portion of your arm with the tube facing down.
   • Why? The adhesive’s main role is to maintain the device’s stored vacuum once activated.

1. Activate device: To activate, press the lever down while pushing the device firmly into skin.
   • Why? Movement during activation can break the seal and lead to failure.
2. Check indicator: The button on the device will turn green to indicate the draw has started.
3. Wait for blood flow: The flow of blood may take between 30-90 seconds to begin.

1. Remove device: Remove the device by peeling it off your arm once the blood level reaches just above 500 µL (just above the top marking on the collection tube) or after 5 minutes have passed. DO NOT FILL PAST 500 µL!
2. Remove collection tube: Remove the tube by gently pulling and twisting the tube off of the device.
3. Cap collection tube: Press the cap onto the tube firmly until a click is heard.
4. Flip collection tube 10 times: Tap the tube on table and then vigorously flip the tube 10 times to mix contents.

Note: content should be liquid and not clumpy after flipping

1. Wipe collection site: Use the provided gauze to wipe the blood from the draw site.
2. Apply bandage: Apply a bandage to the draw site.
3. Wash hands: After use, wash your hands with warm water and soap.

1. Place sample into specimen bag: Place the sample into the plastic specimen bag and seal. Remember to write your name, date of birth, and collection date on the specimen collection bag.
2. Pack cold pack and sample: Take out the cold pack from the freezer and place it into the insulated silver bag along with the sample and seal.
3. Place into box: Place the silver bag into the same box your kit came in and close the box.
4. Prepare for pickup: Place the package outside. Please text a picture of the package to (888) 200-1228. This will help us to coordinate the pickup.
   • Note: You can also return directly at an indoor FedEx location. Do not use drop boxes as these get extremely hot during the day.