Troponin levels in myocardial infarction

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Why is it important to ensure that the capillary collection site is completely dry before puncture?

To improve capillary flow near the skin surface

To increase arterial circulation

To reduce the risk of infection

To prevent hemolysis and dilution of the specimen (correct)

What is the purpose of using gauze pads during capillary collection?

To help stop the bleeding (correct)

To activate warming devices

To increase arterial circulation

To improve capillary flow near the skin surface

Why should capillary collection be performed on warm, healthy skin?

To prevent lancet contact with underlying bone

To ensure good capillary flow near the skin surface (correct)

To reduce the risk of infection

To increase arterial circulation sevenfold

Why is the center of the plantar surface not ideal for capillary collection?

It is too close to the calcaneus Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a capillary puncture site feels cold?

Proceed with the collection without warming the site Signup and view all the answers

Why is the use of povidone-iodine not recommended for dermal punctures?

It may elevate test results for certain elements Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered to determine the type of collection tube and skin puncture device needed for capillary collection?

Patient's age and tests ordered Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of newborn screening tests?

To detect inherited metabolic disorders Signup and view all the answers

How is blood typically collected for neonatal screening?

By capillary heel stick on special filter paper Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum percentage of their blood volume that infants and children should have removed within a 24-hour period unless medically necessary?

5% Signup and view all the answers

When is dermal puncture not suitable for blood collection in pediatric patients?

For blood culture or cross-match testing Signup and view all the answers

Troponin levels in myocardial infarction

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Questions and Answers

Why is it important to ensure that the capillary collection site is completely dry before puncture?

What is the purpose of using gauze pads during capillary collection?

Why should capillary collection be performed on warm, healthy skin?

Why is the center of the plantar surface not ideal for capillary collection?

What should be done if a capillary puncture site feels cold?

Why is the use of povidone-iodine not recommended for dermal punctures?

What factors should be considered to determine the type of collection tube and skin puncture device needed for capillary collection?

What is the purpose of newborn screening tests?

How is blood typically collected for neonatal screening?

What is the maximum percentage of their blood volume that infants and children should have removed within a 24-hour period unless medically necessary?

When is dermal puncture not suitable for blood collection in pediatric patients?

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