A bodily fluid sampling device includes a support member (216) that defines an aperture (218) to receive a bodily fluid sample and a cover member (15). A test strip (200) is compressed between the support member (216) and the cover member (15) to form an embossed pillow (221) within the aperture (218). The embossed pillow (221) is adapted to absorb the bodily fluid sample. The test strip (200) has an incision surrounding the embossed pillow (221) to minimize leakage of the bodily fluid sample from the embossed pillow (221). The support member (216) can further include a blade (220) that surrounds the aperture (218) to form the incision around the embossed pillow (221).
