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Hematology
Blood
Chemistry
More Chemistry
This and That
100
This is the protein found on the rbc---gives it the red color and carries o2 and co2
What is hemoglobin
100
This specimen is obtained by using a tube that contains an anticoagulant. Mix it well!
What is whole blood
100
screens for renal disease---especially glomerular functioning
What is BUN
100
Evaluation of this indicates liver function and hemolytic anemia
What is total bilirubin
100
The normal level for this test is 4-6%. Patients with diabetes usually have a higher level.
What is A1c
200
The value of this test is 40-54% for males
What is hematocrit
200
This is what you get when no anticoagulant is present in the tube.
What is serum
200
Assess parathyroid functioning and calcium metabolism and evaluate malignancies
What is calcium
200
To screen for atherosclerosis related to coronary artery disease; secondary aid in study of thyroid and liver functioning
What is cholesterol
200
Type I diabetes is due to the islets of Langerhans no longer functioning to release hormone
What is insulin
300
The total number of these determines how well the body is fighting invaders
What is WBC count
300
These cells are colorless and must be stained for observation.
What is wbc
300
The fasting version of this test is 70-99 mg/dl. Helps with detection of metabolism disorders
What is glucose
300
Screens for disease that alter protein balance and assesses state of body hydration
What is total protein
300
Type II Diabetes is characterized by this dysfunction of the cells
What is insulin resistance
400
This "one of the five" is the first line of defense when it comes to your fighting defenses.
What is a neutrophil
400
This layer of plasma contains the white blood cells and platelets.
What is the buffy coat
400
An electrolyte that diagnoses acid-base and water balance in the body
What is potassium (K)
400
Evaluates patients with suspected renal failure, gout, and leukemia
What is uric acid
400
In addition to calibration, most lab instruments require a set of these to be run on a consistent basis
What is controls
500
This assists in the evaluation of bleeding disorders that occur with liver disease, thrombocytopenia, uremia, and anticoagulant therapy
What is platelet count
500
This the component of the blood that carries hormones, antibodies, and clotting factors.
What is plasma
500
Detects changes in water and salt balance in the body (another electrolyte)
What is sodium (NA)
500
Another test for checking atherosclerosis. It's found in the things we love----bread, pasta, rolls, donuts, cake---yum-yum!
What is triglycerides
500
This is the place where bloody items such as cotton balls or 2x2's belong in the lab or any exam room.
What is BIO HAZARD BAG (Not regular trash)