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What can happen to RBCs if tubes are underfilled with EDTA?
What can happen to RBCs if tubes are underfilled with EDTA?
RBCs can shrink.
What is the purpose of using sodium citrate in coagulation tests?
What is the purpose of using sodium citrate in coagulation tests?
To prevent coagulation by binding or chelating calcium.
How is heparin utilized in laboratory tests?
How is heparin utilized in laboratory tests?
Heparin prevents clotting by inhibiting thrombin formation.
What is the role of yellow stopper tubes in the laboratory?
What is the role of yellow stopper tubes in the laboratory?
Why is EDTA K3 not preferred for some tests?
Why is EDTA K3 not preferred for some tests?
What is the purpose of potassium oxalate in laboratory tubes?
What is the purpose of potassium oxalate in laboratory tubes?
What is the purpose of ACD solution in immunohematology tests?
What is the purpose of ACD solution in immunohematology tests?
What substances are included in tubes used to collect serum specimens?
What substances are included in tubes used to collect serum specimens?
How do Silica particles function in serum-separator tubes?
How do Silica particles function in serum-separator tubes?
What is the role of Thrombin tubes in blood collection?
What is the role of Thrombin tubes in blood collection?
Explain the function of Thixotropic gel separator in blood collection tubes.
Explain the function of Thixotropic gel separator in blood collection tubes.
How does factor 12 (Glass Factor) affect coagulation in plasma?
How does factor 12 (Glass Factor) affect coagulation in plasma?
What color is used for a 20-gauge needle according to several large manufacturers?
What color is used for a 20-gauge needle according to several large manufacturers?
According to OSHA regulations, how should the tube holder with needle attached be disposed of?
According to OSHA regulations, how should the tube holder with needle attached be disposed of?
What does SESIP stand for according to OSHA, in relation to sharp objects with engineered protection?
What does SESIP stand for according to OSHA, in relation to sharp objects with engineered protection?
What can cause premature loss of vacuum in evacuated tubes used for blood collection?
What can cause premature loss of vacuum in evacuated tubes used for blood collection?
Name one type of additive used in tubes for blood collection to prevent clotting.
Name one type of additive used in tubes for blood collection to prevent clotting.
What does antiglycolytic agents preserve in blood samples?
What does antiglycolytic agents preserve in blood samples?
