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Misc
Misc 2
100
a photosensitive analyte; it is a yellowish pigment produced when the liver breaks down old RBCs
What is bilirubin
100
Serum or plasma in a blood specimen should be removed from the cells within _______ hours
What is 2
100
emergency situation
What is STAT
100
Thermolabile means
What is sensitivity to temperature changes
100
Normal body temperature in F
What is 98
200
unclotted liquid portion of the blood
What is plasma
200
This means 'sensitive to light'
What is photosensitive
200
assures rights for patients regarding protection of their health information
What is HIPAA
200
cloudy or milky appearance of serum due to ingestion of fatty foods
What is lipemic
200
Excessive, vigorus mixing of a blood specimen with additive can lead to
What is hemolysis
300
meaning "through the skin"
What is percutaneous
300
This form provides permission from the patient to the provider to perform clinical procedures
What is informed consent forms
300
procedures to keep lab equipment running properly
What is PM (preventive maintenance)
300
Approx how long does it take for a normal blood specimen (w/o anticoagulant or clot activator) to clot
What is 30-60 minutes
300
glycolytic action is
What is breakdown of glucose
400
portion of blood sample that has been removed/separated from the primary specimen tube
What is aliquot
400
Wrapping a specimen in aluminum foil or transporting in amber colored containers serves what purpose
What is protection from light
400
electronic version of a patient's clinical record
What is EMR
400
DOB
What is birthdate
400
Blood cultures can be collected directly into culture media for what purpose?
What is to minimize chance of contamination & speed contact with culture media
500
a photosensitive analyte; it is one of the members of the group of red, yellow and orange pigments called carotenoids
What is beta-carotene
500
If a blood specimen is chilled, it can affect this electrolyte
What is K (potassium)
500
policies and monitoring of infections in a health care setting
What is IC
500
abnormally high or low test results
What is critical values
500
What is the purpose of a gel inside the specimen collection tubes
What is acts as a barrier between serum/plasma & cells
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