Newfoundland Iron Deficiency Test Kit Self-test to identify iron deficiency and anaemia. Finger-prick sample Results in 5 mins Over 95% accurate Symptoms to look out for: - Tiredness and lack of energy - Shortness of breath - Noticeable heartbeats (heart palpitations) - Pale skin Preparation and Usage 1 Remove the lancet cap. 2 Clean the area to be pricked with the alcohol pad. 3 Squeeze the end of the fingertip and prick it with the sterile lancet. 4 Massage downward to obtain sample. 5 Use dropper to obtain the correct amount of blood to the fill line. 6 Squeeze the bulb to release the blood. Apply plaster to puncture site if required. 7 Add 1 drop of buffer into the sample well.