At least you tried to limit the amount they would take if the draw had been successful.

My father, a retired surgeon, was outraged when they wanted to take 7 vials the last time he needed labs done just for a simple out patient eye surgery procedure. He said that it is not the fault of phlebotomist as they just go by a list, but that the labs want a lot more blood than they really need.

I hope Ronan's next round is less traumatic for him and you.