procedures
Blood Test
血液検査 (ketsueki kensa)
A blood test involves drawing a small sample of blood, usually from a vein in the arm, to analyze its components and chemical markers. It can assess red and white blood cell counts, organ function (liver, kidney, thyroid), blood sugar, cholesterol, inflammation markers, and infection indicators. Blood tests are the most frequently ordered diagnostic procedure in Japanese medical care.
Blood tests ordered in Japan often require fasting (空腹時採血, kūfuku-ji saiketsu) for 8–12 hours beforehand; confirm with your clinic when scheduling.
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Blood Test |
| Japanese (日本語) | 血液検査 |
| Chinese (中文) | 血液检查 |
| Korean (한국어) | 혈액 검사 |
| Portuguese | Exame de sangue |
| Spanish | Análisis de sangre |
| Filipino | Pagsusuri ng dugo |
| Thai | การตรวจเลือด |
| Vietnamese | Xét nghiệm máu |
| Romanization | ketsueki kensa |
Learn more in the guide:
Read the guide →Last reviewed: September 2026