Oh Wolfsoul - I really feel for you - my daughter Elizabeth is needle-phobic too - and at 24 could make life very difficult for her.
People cope really well with a child making a fuss about needles - but somehow when your a young woman - no sympathy.
Concentrate on your breathing - don't hyperventilate - just slowly in and out, counting the breathes can help too. Don't look at the needle - if you have your Mum or a friend with you - look into their face and get them to hold your other hand - don't you hold theirs, you'll squeeze and so tighten up - they must hold you're hand. The initial 'prick' in the arm is a matter of seconds and once in you can't feel it. Sorry but they have to use the veins on the inside of the elbow, they won't be able to take the blood from anywhere else. You'll be fine - just breathe. You'll be in my thoughts, and we expect an update telling us how much you weren't bothered by it! {{{Hugs}}} across the miles.

Lynne