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Asepsis is the condition of being free from all types of infectious material.
True
Venous blood can be obtained in larger amounts than capillary blood.
True
Sterilization of equipment is crucial for achieving asepsis during blood collection.
True
Capillary blood can be collected from the femoral vein.
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The sole purpose of anticoagulants is to promote the clotting of blood.
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71% alcohol is used to clean the skin before a blood sample is taken.
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Cardiac catheterization is a routine procedure for blood sample collection.
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Anticoagulants are classified into in vitro and in vivo types.
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Hematology studies blood, which is a liquid connective tissue.
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Blood plasma constitutes about 75% of the total blood volume.
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Blood plays a role in regulating body temperature by transporting heat.
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Leukocytes are responsible for the blood's role in transporting nutrients.
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Erythrocytes are also known as platelets.
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The normal total circulating blood volume in an adult male is approximately 4-5 liters.
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Blood clots on standing, resulting in serum being left behind.
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Blood is less viscous than water.
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