A method of forming an extended tab label is disclosed. The method
includes the steps of providing a paper supply to a printer, the paper
supply having an adhesive covering at least a portion thereof. Inputting
patient-specific information through a computer to the printer. Printing
the patient-specific information on the paper supply, where the paper
supply containing patient-specific information thereon forms a label
having a length greater than a circumference of a container accepting the
label.