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What is the recommended anticoagulant for coagulation tests?
What is the recommended anticoagulant for coagulation tests?
- Heparin (correct)
- SPS
- EDTA
- ACD
Which anticoagulant is used for routine hematology determinations?
Which anticoagulant is used for routine hematology determinations?
- K2 EDTA
- EDTA (correct)
- Sodium Citrate
- Heparin
In what ratio is the blood to anticoagulant for coagulation tests when using Sodium Citrate?
In what ratio is the blood to anticoagulant for coagulation tests when using Sodium Citrate?
- 15:1
- 3:1
- 9:1 (correct)
- 4:1
What is the function of Heparin as an anticoagulant?
What is the function of Heparin as an anticoagulant?
Which anticoagulant is used for DNA tests and paternity tests?
Which anticoagulant is used for DNA tests and paternity tests?
What category does Oxalate belong to in the context of blood collection additives?
What category does Oxalate belong to in the context of blood collection additives?
How can a phlebotomist avoid hematoma formation during blood collection?
How can a phlebotomist avoid hematoma formation during blood collection?
Which anticoagulant is typically found in the Blood Culture tube?
Which anticoagulant is typically found in the Blood Culture tube?
What is the correct order of draw in phlebotomy, following the 'B C S H E S' sequence?
What is the correct order of draw in phlebotomy, following the 'B C S H E S' sequence?
What should a phlebotomist do to avoid a clotted sample during blood collection?
What should a phlebotomist do to avoid a clotted sample during blood collection?
In capillary puncture, why is it important to adjust the depth and angle of the needle?
In capillary puncture, why is it important to adjust the depth and angle of the needle?
Which anticoagulant is commonly used to preserve plasma for coagulation studies?
Which anticoagulant is commonly used to preserve plasma for coagulation studies?
What is the most common cause of needle puncture during blood collection?
What is the most common cause of needle puncture during blood collection?
Which antiseptic is commonly used in the routine procedure for venipuncture?
Which antiseptic is commonly used in the routine procedure for venipuncture?
What is the primary limitation of AccuVein in visualizing veins during procedures?
What is the primary limitation of AccuVein in visualizing veins during procedures?
Which anticoagulant is commonly used in blood collection tubes to preserve cell morphology?
Which anticoagulant is commonly used in blood collection tubes to preserve cell morphology?
What effect does heparin have on blood samples collected for coagulation studies?
What effect does heparin have on blood samples collected for coagulation studies?
In blood collection, what is the primary purpose of using Sodium Citrate as an anticoagulant?
In blood collection, what is the primary purpose of using Sodium Citrate as an anticoagulant?
