General guidelines for preparing for laboratory tests
Preparation before a laboratory test directly affects the quality and comparability of the results. Always follow the sampling instructions, such as fasting requirements or specific timing for the test. If you’re unsure, our customer service team is always available to help.
The process is simple: order your tests on the website, book an appointment or visit a drop-in clinic, and complete your sample collection. You’ll quickly receive your laboratory results in a clear report, including a doctor’s comment.
Sampling points
Most sample collection clinics offer drop-in visits, while some require an appointment.
Browse all locations to find the one that suits you best here.
Laboratory analysis
Tests are analyzed at different laboratories depending on the clinic you visit (Unilabs, Synlab, or Karolinska). If you plan to monitor your results over time, it’s recommended to use the same laboratory for each test. Reference values and analysis methods may vary between laboratories, which can affect comparability over time.
Sampling instructions
Proper preparation ensures that your test results are reliable and comparable. Only attend your appointment if you are in good health, and rest calmly for about 15 minutes before the blood draw to allow your circulation to stabilize.
See all sampling instructions here.
General advice and checklist before testing
To ensure accurate and reliable results, follow these recommendations before your blood test:
- Avoid alcohol and tobacco the day before testing
- Do not drink coffee or tea immediately before the test
- Avoid intense physical activity for 24 hours prior, as it may affect several test results
- Be aware that supplements can influence results:
- Biotin may interfere with hormone and vitamin tests
- Creatine may increase creatinine levels
- Iron supplements affect iron values
- Do not stop any prescribed medication without consulting your doctor
- Only take the test if you are healthy, and wait at least two weeks after completing any antibiotic treatment
Doctor’s comment
Vital’s physicians review, comment on, and provide recommendations for all health check results.
We aim to give you the greatest possible benefit from your health check. That’s why every result is reviewed by a doctor—helping you better understand what your specific combination of values means and, when necessary, guiding you on the next steps.
Laboratory results and interpretation
Most test results are available within 1–2 working days. You will receive an SMS notification once your first results are ready in your report, which can be accessed in “My Journal.” The report clearly shows reference ranges in relation to your values.
Keep in mind that interpretation of laboratory tests is based on the overall picture of all results, which your doctor will consider when providing their comments.
Booking and customer support
If you have any questions before or after your test, you can always contact Vital’s customer service. Support is available on weekdays (excluding public holidays) from 7 AM to 3 PM via chat (bottom right corner) or by email at kundservice@vital.se.
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Sampling points
In connection with your order, a digital referral is sent to Vitals’ 150 affiliated sample collection centers. You can choose the location that suits you best.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laboratory Services
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Laboratory Test
We collaborate with sampling locations where you go to have your blood sample taken. See all our sampling locations here.
The blood samples are then analyzed at laboratories belonging to our partners: Unilabs, Synlab, and Karolinska University Laboratory.
We recommend using the same laboratory if you want to compare results over time. You can visit different sampling locations, but we recommend choosing the same laboratory (Karolinska, Synlab, and Unilabs) as reference values may differ between laboratories.
The preparations vary depending on the laboratory package or test you are going to do. You can read more about preparation for sample collection here: Instructions for sample collection
As soon as you receive confirmation (via email) that your referral has been created, you can visit a sampling location and have your blood sample taken. This usually happens a few minutes after you have made your purchase. If you haven’t received an email, please check your spam folder to ensure it hasn’t ended up there. However, keep in mind that most tests require fasting and are best taken early in the morning.
The blood test itself feels no more than a small needle prick. Talk to the laboratory staff before the test if you feel discomfort, and they will help you.
The referral is valid for 3 months from the date of purchase on Vital.se. If you haven’t visited the laboratory before this time has passed, the purchase expires and the referral ceases to be valid.
If you have booked an appointment at one of our sampling locations, you need to contact the specific sampling location directly as each sampling location has its own booking system.
We do not book or cancel any appointments on vital.se.
If you wish to change the sampling location afterwards, please contact customer service at: kundservice@vital.se.
Please provide the order number and the location to which you want to make the change in the email. You can find all our sampling locations here.
Ordering
Here’s how it works:
- Choose a laboratory package: Simply select one of our pre-designed laboratory packages and place your order on the website. When ordering a laboratory package on Vital.se, you choose which laboratory you want to visit for your sample collection. Each collection point indicates which laboratory they use. You can also order individual tests. You can find all our laboratory packages here.
- Visit a laboratory and take your blood sample: You can then go and have your blood sample taken at your convenience. Most of our sampling locations offer drop-in services, but in some cases, you may need to contact them to make an appointment. You can find all our laboratories here.
Anyone who is over 18 years old, has a Swedish personal identity number, and a BankID can order a test.
You cannot use BankID with a code token or BankID with a file.
The order must always be filled in with the details of the person to be tested. If you want to order tests as a gift for someone else, gift cards are available. The gift card is used in Vital’s online store, and the person who gets the gift can choose which test package they want to order.
However, you can purchase a gift card that you send to a person of your choice. The recipient should also have Mobile BankID, a Swedish personal identity number, and be over 18 years old to be able to place an order with the gift card.
Vital is not a publicly funded service, so exemption cards are not valid.
It’s up to individual employers to determine what they consider as wellness activities. In Epassi, Vital cannot be included as it’s a VAT-exempt service.
All of Vital’s services are exempt from VAT.
One must first place an order with the gift card here at vital.se for a referral to be created. The recipient of the gift card then chooses a health check from Vital’s website and adds it to the shopping cart. The gift card code is entered under “discount code/gift card” and the amount is deducted from the total.
Thereafter, one enters their personal details and the referral is created electronically in the name of the customer.
The customer should thus have a Swedish personal identity number, BankID, and be over 18 years old.
- You go to Laboratory packages
- You select the desired laboratory package and/or individual test by clicking “Add to cart.”
- You go to the shopping cart (top right corner).
- You click “Use discount code/gift card” and enter the code.
- Proceed to checkout and enter all the required information.
After Laboratory Tests
Your test results will only be seen by laboratory staff performing the analysis and by the doctor who comments on your results.
Your test results become available as they are analyzed, with some being available within a few hours, but please allow 2-3 business days for all results to be finalized. Technical or logistical issues beyond our control may occasionally cause further delays in the availability of test results.
Once all results are in, they will be reviewed and commented on by a doctor, which may take an additional 1-2 days.
After the sample collection, your blood is sent for analysis at one of our partner laboratories. In most cases, your results will be available within a few business days, sometimes as early as the next day. If you haven’t received all of your test results within 5 business days, you can contact kundservice@vital.se.
The analysis of serum/plasma samples may be disrupted by certain substances, leading to uncertain or incorrect test results. This means that the sample cannot be analyzed as we cannot guarantee accurate results.
Hemolysis occurs when red blood cells rupture, releasing their contents into the serum/plasma. This can disrupt multiple analyses. There are several causes of hemolysis, including improper sample collection and handling.
Lipemia refers to a sample being lipemic, meaning that the fat content in the blood is elevated, and the sample cannot be analyzed accurately.
Icterus means that a sample is icteric, indicating an excess of bilirubin in the tissues, and the sample cannot be analyzed accurately.
You will receive three notifications via SMS:
- When your first test results have been received.
- When all your test results are analyzed.
- When a doctor has commented on your test results.
If you wish to add a doctor’s comment afterwards, you go to ‘My journal’ and select the relevant order for which you want to request a doctor’s comment, then click on ‘Order doctor’s comment’. You will then receive a notification via SMS when your doctor’s comment is ready.
Laboratory packages
Laboratory packages offer a clear overall picture at once. Whether your need is a general health check-up, mapping of vitality and recovery or monitoring of cardiovascular health, assessment of nutrition and vitamin stores or checking hormone balance, you get the results quickly and easily.
Understand your well-being – here’s how the measurement works
Choose a test package
Choose one of our pre-made test packages or individual tests and place your order here on the website. All our tests can be done without a referral from a doctor.
Take your blood sample
Our tests can be taken at many locations throughout Sweden. Most offer walk-in appointments, and the actual sample collection only takes a few minutes.
View your results
Within just a few business days, you will receive your results in your personal journal, along with a doctors statement and an explanation of what your values mean.
Contact us
Need help? We are here for you. Frequently asked questions will help you find the answer right away – and if you can’t find it, customer service is always there to help.

