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Match the laboratory departments with their respective focus area:
Match the laboratory departments with their respective focus area:
Haematology = Blood analysis Biochemistry = Chemical analysis of bodily fluids Microbiology = Study of microorganisms Genetics = Study of genes and heredity
Match the types of samples with their respective characteristics:
Match the types of samples with their respective characteristics:
Urine = Commonly used for drug tests Stools = Often assessed for infection or parasites Blood = Utilized for various tests including hematology Body fluids = Includes samples like cerebrospinal fluid
Match the reasons for sample rejection with their descriptions:
Match the reasons for sample rejection with their descriptions:
Incomplete request form = Missing required patient information Ambiguous Identification = Unclear patient or sample ID Improper container = Not suitable for the specific sample Prolonged transport time = Sample may degrade before testing
Match the information required on a lab request form:
Match the information required on a lab request form:
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Match the labeling processes with their importance:
Match the labeling processes with their importance:
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Match the sample reception procedures with their significance:
Match the sample reception procedures with their significance:
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Match the aspects of the analytical process with their roles:
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Match the types of samples with their analytical significance:
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Study Notes
Microbiology Laboratory - Bact 201
- Course taught by Dr. Basma Samir (MD) and Dr. Rana Mostafa
- Course content includes specimen reception in hospitals
Specimen Reception in Hospitals
- Specimen reception is the first point of contact with a medical laboratory
- The sample reception unit is crucial for the analytical process.
- Correct procedures at the reception stage are vital to ensure reliable results.
- Research shows a significant portion of laboratory errors occur during the pre-analytical stage, with sample reception being a core part of this.
- All procedures should be precisely and meticulously followed.
Departments of a Medical Laboratory
- Haematology
- Biochemistry
- Immunology and serology
- Microbiology (Urine, Stools, Blood, Body fluids)
- Pathology
- Genetics
Lab Request Form
- Patient name and ID (double identification)
- Age
- Gender
- Hospital room and department
- Date and time of collection
- Sample type and site
- Person who collected the sample
- List of tests to be performed
- Provisional diagnosis
- Referred physician
- Samples without clear labeling are generally rejected.
Sample Rejection
- Incomplete request forms
- Ambiguous identification
- Unlabeled or wrongly labeled samples
- Mismatched samples
- Improper containers
- Improper temperature
- Leaking containers
- Insufficient sample quantity
- Dried samples
- Prolonged transport time
Registry & Labeling
- These processes follow sample receiving and acceptance.
- Maintaining a patient register, either on paper or electronically.
- Many Laboratory Information System (LIS) software packages are available.
- Sample labeling is done when the sample is entered in the register.
- Proper labeling ensures that all sample portions are traceable back to the original sample.
- All sample information must be properly recorded.
Further Testing
- Samples are processed according to the type and required tests for further examination.
- Testing types include urine, stools, CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid), biological fluids, pus, wounds, blood cultures.
Sample Processing
- Correct sample processing procedures are essential for reliable results and the health of patients and staff.
- Sample reception is a critical component of the pre-analytical stage.
- Meticulous adherence to procedures and controls are essential.
Sample Processing Considerations
- Requests are reviewed by authorized personnel.
- Urgents samples are processed using appropriate procedures.
- Verbal requests are handled by ensuring all the relevant information is collected on a Request Form.
- Procedures for rejecting samples should be followed.
Microscopy/Lab Testing Images
- Images show various lab tests, samples, and equipment.
- Includes examples of CLED Agar, MacConkey Agar, Blood Agar, stained samples and analysis equipment.
Culture
- Slides showing the culture techniques and processing
- Process of growing specimens
Blood Culture Machines
- Images displayed of various blood culture machines
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Explore the essential procedures of specimen reception in hospital laboratories. This quiz covers the critical role of sample reception in ensuring reliable laboratory results and minimizing pre-analytical errors. Test your knowledge on the departments of a medical laboratory and necessary lab request details.
