10 Questions
What is a suitable anticoagulant for blood gas testing?
Heparin
Why should a blood sample be placed in an iced-water slurry during transport?
To slow down in vitro glycolysis
What is the primary benefit of point of care testing (PoCT)?
Faster results for immediate informed decisions
What is the primary purpose of osmosis?
To allow particles to contribute to osmotic pressure
Why do glass syringes preserve pO2 better than plastic syringes?
Glass is less permeable to oxygen
What is the effect of delayed analysis on blood samples?
Increased oxygen consumption
What is the primary benefit of using lyophilised electrolyte balanced heparin?
Enhanced electrolyte balance
What is the primary purpose of point of care testing (PoCT) in acid-base regulation?
To make immediate informed decisions about individual care
What is the effect of in vitro glycolysis on blood samples?
Increased oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production
What is the primary application of osmosis in clinical testing?
Measuring the concentration of dissolved particles
Test your understanding of acid-base regulation, including the body's production of acid and base, buffer systems, and the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation. Identify metabolic and respiratory components of acid-base disorders and associated pathogenesis.
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