Gastric Analysis and Nasopharyngeal Secretions

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What is the purpose of administering a gastric stimulant in the gastric sample collection procedure?

To collect multiple samples at timed intervals

To prepare the patient for blood sampling

To stimulate gastric acid secretion (correct)

To slow down gastric acid secretion

What is the role of the phlebotomist in the gastric sample collection procedure?

To administer the gastric stimulant

To collect gastric samples at timed intervals

To help label specimens and draw blood for serum gastrin determinations (correct)

To prepare the patient for the procedure

What is the primary purpose of collecting nasopharyngeal secretions?

To prepare the patient for a nasal procedure

To collect sterile specimens

To diagnose respiratory diseases

To detect the presence of microorganisms that cause diseases (correct)

What type of swab is used to collect nasopharyngeal secretions?

Sterile Dacron, rayon, or cotton-tipped flexible wire swab Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rotating the swab in the nasopharynx?

To gently collect the secretions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the transport medium in the sterile tube?

To preserve the microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the hormone that stimulates gastric acid secretion?

Gastrin Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of collecting gastric samples at timed intervals?

To monitor the effect of the gastric stimulant Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for collecting sweat specimens in patients with cystic fibrosis?

To measure the amount of chloride in sweat Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of iontophoresis in the sweat chloride test?

To transport pilocarpine into the skin Signup and view all the answers

Why is the forearm the preferred site for the sweat chloride test?

It is a more accessible area Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical color of synovial fluid?

Pale yellow Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of joint aspiration?

To collect synovial fluid for diagnostic purposes Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal state of synovial fluid in terms of its amount?

It normally occurs in small amounts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of collecting sweat specimens on patches for extended periods of time?

To detect long-term illicit drug use Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the procedure that collects synovial fluid?

Arthrocentesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of examining fecal specimens?

To diagnose diseases of the digestive tract, liver, and pancreas Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary location for bone marrow collection?

Iliac crest (hip bone) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of test included in stool analysis?

Radiological tests Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Hematologic studies in bone marrow collection?

To study blood cell characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the guaiac test in stool analysis?

To identify the presence of occult blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the enzyme urease in the C-urea breath test?

To break down urea Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of O&P testing in microscopic analysis?

To look for parasites and their ova or cysts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the hydrogen breath test?

To measure digestion of carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following microorganisms can be detected through microbiological analysis?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a complication of chronic gastritis?

Peptic ulcer disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of collecting hair samples?

For trace and heavy metal analysis, detection of chronic drug use, and DNA analysis Signup and view all the answers

Where should nail clippings be taken from for heavy metal testing?

From all 10 nails (either fingernails or toenails) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical volume of bone marrow specimen collected?

1-1.5 mL Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tests is used to detect bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine?

Hydrogen breath test Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of quantitative fecal fat analysis?

To measure the amount of fecal fat Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the special large-gauge needle in bone marrow collection?

To penetrate the bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a skin prick test?

To identify allergic reactions to everyday substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Mantoux tuberculin skin test?

To determine an individual's immune response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of collecting throat swab specimens?

To diagnose streptococcal throat infections Signup and view all the answers

What is a biopsy?

The removal of a tissue sample for examination Signup and view all the answers

Where can a skin prick test be performed?

In a physician's office Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a skin prick test and a tuberculin skin test?

A skin prick test is for allergies, and a tuberculin skin test is for tuberculosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the transport medium in the sterile tube?

It is used to transport the specimen and promote the growth of microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of culturing a throat swab specimen in a microbiology department?