A phlebotomy tech is drawing blood through a hematoma. What errors would the tech expect to see?
What is hemolysis
This layer of plasma contains the white blood cells and platelets.
What is the buffy coat
This test screens for renal disease---especially glomerular functioning
What is BUN
Potassium and Lactate Dehydrogenase are erroneously elevated due to:
What is Hemolysis?
What vein is most commonly used when performing a blood draw?
median cubital
A phlebotomy tech is preparing to draw a blood specimen that must be protected from light. Which of the following laboratory tests will be performed on this specimen?
What is bilirubin
Name in order the 3 most immunogenic blood group systems
1) ABO
2)Rh
3)Kell
Evaluation of this indicates liver function and hemolytic anemia
What is total bilirubin
What does this symbol mean?
Biohazard
PPE stands for
Personal Protective Equipment
Which of the following additives should a phlebotomy tech use when performing a peripheral blood smear for a WBC count?
What is EDTA
Blood cells that contain the most “i” antigen.
What are cord cells?
In addition to calibration, most lab instruments require a set of these to be run on a consistent basis
What is controls
Determines the performance of individual laboratories for specific tests or measurements and is used to monitor laboratories’ continuing performance.
What is Proficiency Testing?
The acronym P.A.S.S. used for the technique in using a fire extinguisher refers to
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
A phlebotomy tech should refrigerate which specimens before transportation?
What is lactic acid
What genetic information is provided by hemagglutination testing for patient red cell antigens?
What is phenotype?
An electrolyte that diagnoses acid-base and water balance in the body
What is potassium (K)
The agency that manages the regulations pertaining to laboratory standards and quality laboratory testing.
What is CLIA?
What is the type of respirator mask used for patients with airborne precautions?
N95
A phlebotomy tech accidentally punctures a pts artery during a procedure. What actions should the tech take?
What is apply pressure at the site for 5 min.
What test looks for sensitization of patient's red cells in vivo?
What is a DAT?
This test screens for disease that alter protein balance and assesses state of body hydration
What is total protein
This coagulation test is used for screening coagulation dysfunction, and monitoring oral anticoagulant use.
What is PT, Prothrombin Time
This is the most important thing in the laboratory.
What is safety?