We used to use the NFPA Diamond, now what do we use?
GHS Pictogram
What does NYSDOH do?
Sharps program
Macro-
Large
1 part sample 9 parts diluent
10
2-8 C
When labeling a tube, what two pieces of information must you collect?
Name & DOB
What does OSHA do?
Dx
Diagnosis
2:8
4
Room temperature
20-25 C
What are the three blood-borne pathogens?
HBV, HCV, HIV
What does NAACLS do?
College circulum
Penia
Lack, deficiency
2 parts sample, 12 parts diluent
7
Freezer temperature
-10 C and below
Organisms smallest to biggest
Virus, Bacteria, Protist, Fungi, Parasite
What does ASCP do?
Accredits laboratory professionals
Rx
Prescription
2 parts sample, 18 parts diluent
10
Incubator Temperature
35-38 C
What is the difference between disinfection and sterilization?
Disinfection - The process of cleaning something with chemicals.
Sterilization - The process of cleaning something with heat, radiation, steam, etc.
What does CAP do?
Laboratory accrediation
Inter-
Between
3 parts sample, 15 parts diluent
6
Human temperatuer
37.5 C