Chemistry
This test measures the average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months and is used to monitor diabetes.
This is the most common type of white blood cell, known for fighting bacterial infections.
Neutrophils
This protein, found in blood plasma, is essential for forming clots to stop bleeding.
Fibrinogen
This substance found in the microscopic exam appear as small tubes which are formed in the kidney tubules and can indicate underlying kidney conditions.
Casts
What color of container is used for chemistry testing
Green or Red
This enzyme is measured to diagnose heart attacks and is commonly known by its initials CK
Creatine Kinase
This protein, found in red blood cells, carries oxygen throughout the body.
Hemoglobin
This blood test measures the time it takes for blood to clot and is used to monitor warfarin therapy.
Prothrombin time (PT)
The presence of these substances on a dipstick test often triggers a urine culture to check for bacterial infection (2 tests)
Leukocytes (leukocyte esterase) and nitrites
What color of container is used for a cbc and why
Lavender – because the edta prevents clotting for cellular analysis
This element, with the symbol K, is a major intracellular electrolyte
Potassium
This type of white blood cell increases in allergic reactions and parasitic infections.
Eosinophils
This anticoagulant medication is commonly referred to as a "blood thinner" and prevents clot formation.
Heparin
The presence of this substance in the urine can indicate a kidney problem or dehydration.
Protein
Why would you collect a Platelet count in a blue top?
Platelet clumper
Hyperglycemia is another term for high levels of this substance in the blood.
Glucose
This hematology parameter measures the percentage of blood volume occupied by red blood cells.
Hematocrit
This type of blood tube is commonly used for coagulation testing.
Blue top (Sodium Citrate - BONUS POINTS)
This dipstick test detects substances produced by certain bacteria in the urine, helping to identify urinary tract infections.
Nitrite
What type of container would you use for a urine culture tube?
Gray top
This liver function test measures the breakdown product of hemoglobin and is used to assess jaundice
Bilirubin
This type of cell fragment is essential for blood clotting.
Platelets
This genetic mutation increases the risk of abnormal blood clots.
Factor V Leiden mutation
This dipstick test measures the concentration of urine, which can indicate hydration status or kidney function.
specific gravity
What is required on the tube to be CAP/JACCHO compliant? Do Cerner labels comply?
Name, unique identifier, initials, date/time - Yes