Phlebotomy
Blood Bank
Chemistry
Miscellaneous
Safety & Quality Control
100
A phlebotomy tech is drawing blood through a hematoma. What errors would the tech expect to see?
What is hemolysis
100
This layer of plasma contains the white blood cells and platelets.
What is the buffy coat
100
This test screens for renal disease---especially glomerular functioning
What is BUN
100
Potassium and Lactate Dehydrogenase are erroneously elevated due to:
What is Hemolysis?
100
What vein is most commonly used when performing a blood draw?
median cubital
200
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
200
Name in order the 3 most immunogenic blood group systems
1) ABO
2)Rh
3)Kell
200
Evaluation of this indicates liver function and hemolytic anemia
What is total bilirubin
200
What does this symbol mean?
Biohazard
200
PPE stands for
Personal Protective Equipment
300
Which of the following additives should a phlebotomy tech use when performing a peripheral blood smear for a WBC count?
What is EDTA
300
Blood cells that contain the most “i” antigen.
What are cord cells?
300
In addition to calibration, most lab instruments require a set of these to be run on a consistent basis
What is controls
300
Determines the performance of individual laboratories for specific tests or measurements and is used to monitor laboratories’ continuing performance.
What is Proficiency Testing?
300
The acronym P.A.S.S. used for the technique in using a fire extinguisher refers to
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
400
A phlebotomy tech should refrigerate which specimens before transportation?
What is lactic acid
400
What genetic information is provided by hemagglutination testing for patient red cell antigens?
What is phenotype?
400
An electrolyte that diagnoses acid-base and water balance in the body
What is potassium (K)
400
The agency that manages the regulations pertaining to laboratory standards and quality laboratory testing.
What is CLIA?
400
What is the type of respirator mask used for patients with airborne precautions?
N95
500
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.
500
What test looks for sensitization of patient's red cells in vivo?
What is a DAT?
500
This test screens for disease that alter protein balance and assesses state of body hydration
What is total protein
500
This coagulation test is used for screening coagulation dysfunction, and monitoring oral anticoagulant use.
What is PT, Prothrombin Time
500
This is the most important thing in the laboratory.
What is safety?