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Lympocytes are produced in the lymph nodes and are what type of _____ blood cells.
White
A molecule of hemoglobin contains four atoms of ____.
Iron
The purpose of cholesterol testing is to determine atherosclerosis and other ____.
Cardiac
Name three veins commonly used for venipuncture.
Cephalic, Basilic, Median cubital
Synonym for fainting or loss of consciousness
Syncope
Name 3 organs that the blood carries waste products to for elimination.
Liver, Kidneys, Skin
What type of patients use a portable machine called a glucometer?
Diabetic
What is the typical A1c result for a nondiabetic adult
3.5 to 6
The smaller the gauge, the ____ the hole.
Which venipuncture method has the highest incidence of injury and contamination?
Syringe and needle method
Erythrocytes transport oxygen and ____.
Carbon Dioxide
What is a critical protime for an adult?
clotting above 40 seconds
Where do we stick to do a PKU test
the heel
The tip of the venipuncture needle is ____.
Beveled
Which test REQUIRES STAT processing
PT/INR
High levels of red blood cells.
Polycythemia
This is the test used to determine the effectiveness of anticoagulation therapy such as Coumadin and heparin.
Partial thromboplastin time (PTT)
Red blood cells carry ____ molecules.
Hemoglobin
What gauge are general phlebotomy needles?
20- to 21-
The discomfort and swelling from a hematoma with significant swelling formed after a venipuncture can be reduced by ____.
Applying a cold compressor
Name 3 tests included in the lipid panel.
Cholesterol, LDL, HDL, Triglycerides
What does low hematocrit indicate?
Anemia
Fibrinogens are ____ involved in clotting.
Protein
Where should you not perform venipuncture?
tattoos, fistula
How many times do the blood tubes need to be inverted.
6-8 times