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?

Temperature Signup and view all the answers

What does partial hemolysis of red blood cells result in?

Discoloration of the medium Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

It contains Cyanide Signup and view all the answers

Where are ABO blood antibodies typically found in the body?

Lymph nodes Signup and view all the answers

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

Red Blood Cells (RBCs) of people who are Rh positive Signup and view all the answers

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

Humidity 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?

Hemolysis Signup and view all the answers

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

Diluting fluid Signup and view all the answers

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

Chloroform Signup and view all the answers

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

Crystal violet Signup and view all the answers

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

Putrefaction Signup and view all the answers

Which vein is located close to the brachial artery?

Median cubital vein Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important step in regressive hematoxylin staining?

Differentiation in acid alcohol Signup and view all the answers

Which stain is used for Reticulocytes?

New methylene blue Signup and view all the answers

What does 14.3 mg equal to?

0.01437 g Signup and view all the answers

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

Penetration to the bone 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?

3.6 mmol/L Signup and view all the answers

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

Protons and neutrons Signup and view all the answers

What staining method is used for acid-fast bacilli?

Ziehl-Neelsen stain Signup and view all the answers

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

Limb leads Signup and view all the answers

Which specimen could an MLA be asked to collect?

Catheterized urine sample Signup and view all the answers

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

Oliguria Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding WBC functions is false?

Lymphocytes increase in number during allergy attacks Signup and view all the answers

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

Uric acid Signup and view all the answers