Medical Lab Technician Mock Exam

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Which term is used to describe the presence of intact red blood cells in urine?

  • Hemoglobinuria
  • Hematuria (correct)
  • Myoglobinuria
  • None of the above

Which pair of word elements have the same meaning?

  • Pulmon and respir
  • Pneumo and pulmono (correct)
  • Cardio and thorax
  • Cardi and pulmon

Where are T cells made and where do they complete their differentiation?

  • Bone marrow; Thymus (correct)
  • Spleen; Thyroid
  • Bone marrow; Thalamus
  • Bone marrow; Thyroid
  • Spleen; Thymus

What environmental factor can affect the effectiveness of evacuated tubes?

<p>Temperature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does partial hemolysis of red blood cells result in?

<p>Discoloration of the medium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of a hematoma forming during a venipuncture?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Drabkin's solution (used for measuring hemoglobin) considered dangerous?

<p>It contains Cyanide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are ABO blood antibodies typically found in the body?

<p>Lymph nodes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of blood is responsible for carrying the Rh factor antigen?

<p>Red Blood Cells (RBCs) of people who are Rh positive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental factor plays a crucial role in the formation of a hematoma during a venipuncture?

<p>Humidity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct term for the breakdown of red blood cells (RBCs) and the release of hemoglobin content?

<p>Hemolysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of mucolytic agent is typically used for sputum sample preparation?

<p>Diluting fluid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which reagent can serve as an alternative to Cytospray for sample preparation?

<p>Chloroform (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically used for concentrating and staining parasitic specimens?

<p>Crystal violet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process where bacteria break down tissues?

<p>Putrefaction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vein is located close to the brachial artery?

<p>Median cubital vein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important step in regressive hematoxylin staining?

<p>Differentiation in acid alcohol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stain is used for Reticulocytes?

<p>New methylene blue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 14.3 mg equal to?

<p>0.01437 g (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a finger puncture is made deeper than 3.1 mm, what may occur?

<p>Penetration to the bone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of a 1/6 dilution of serum in water with a glucose level of 4.0 mmol/L?

<p>3.6 mmol/L (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the text provided, which particles have the correct answer as 'protons'?

<p>Protons and neutrons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What staining method is used for acid-fast bacilli?

<p>Ziehl-Neelsen stain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which leads are applied to the arms and legs in ECG placement?

<p>Limb leads (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which specimen could an MLA be asked to collect?

<p>Catheterized urine sample (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used for excreting a very low volume of urine in a 24-hour period?

<p>Oliguria (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding WBC functions is false?

<p>Lymphocytes increase in number during allergy attacks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nitrogen breakdown product is collected in a lavender tube for laboratory testing?

<p>Uric acid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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