5 Questions
What is the primary cause of specimen rejections in the laboratory?
Hemolysis
What percentage of identification errors are caused by mislabeling?
50%
What is one of the main reasons behind pre-analytical errors related to incorrect phlebotomy practices?
Lack of knowledge
What happens if pressure is applied to the plunger of the syringe during blood transfer?
It causes hemolysis
What is the most important principle of centrifuge operation?
To balance each sample with another of equal weight
Learn about the potential outcomes of collection errors in laboratory practice, including delays in reporting, unnecessary re-draws, and incorrect diagnosis/treatment. Understand the significance of checking specimen adequacy in prescription practices.
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