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What type of patients would benefit from using the Open System/ Syringe System?
What type of patients would benefit from using the Open System/ Syringe System?
What is the purpose of the plastic extensions ('wings') on the Winged Infusion Set (Butterfly)?
What is the purpose of the plastic extensions ('wings') on the Winged Infusion Set (Butterfly)?
What is the primary advantage of using a Combination System for blood collection?
What is the primary advantage of using a Combination System for blood collection?
What is the purpose of a clot activator in a blood collection tube?
What is the purpose of a clot activator in a blood collection tube?
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What type of sample is produced when a blood collection tube contains an anticoagulant?
What type of sample is produced when a blood collection tube contains an anticoagulant?
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What is the purpose of safety devices in blood collection systems?
What is the purpose of safety devices in blood collection systems?
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What is the primary purpose of following the order of draw in phlebotomy?
What is the primary purpose of following the order of draw in phlebotomy?
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Which tube should be drawn first if a blood culture is ordered?
Which tube should be drawn first if a blood culture is ordered?
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What is the purpose of drawing a non-additive tube first in some situations?
What is the purpose of drawing a non-additive tube first in some situations?
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What is contained in an SST tube?
What is contained in an SST tube?
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Which of the following tubes has a lavender top?
Which of the following tubes has a lavender top?
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What is the correct order of draw for additive tubes?
What is the correct order of draw for additive tubes?
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What is the primary purpose of categorizing collection tubes according to the blood test that will be performed?
What is the primary purpose of categorizing collection tubes according to the blood test that will be performed?
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What type of device is used to draw blood from a skin puncture, such as on the heels or fingers?
What type of device is used to draw blood from a skin puncture, such as on the heels or fingers?
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What is the purpose of a vacuum or negative pressure in a closed system of blood extraction?
What is the purpose of a vacuum or negative pressure in a closed system of blood extraction?
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What is indicated by a blue tip on a microcapillary tube?
What is indicated by a blue tip on a microcapillary tube?
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When is it appropriate to use microcollection tubes?
When is it appropriate to use microcollection tubes?
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What type of safety feature is commonly used to prevent needlestick injuries?
What type of safety feature is commonly used to prevent needlestick injuries?
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What is the additive in a Purple/Lavender color coded tube?
What is the additive in a Purple/Lavender color coded tube?
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Which of the following tests is NOT typically performed using a Gold (Serum Separator tube)?
Which of the following tests is NOT typically performed using a Gold (Serum Separator tube)?
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What is the Blood:Anticoagulant ratio in a Light Blue tube?
What is the Blood:Anticoagulant ratio in a Light Blue tube?
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Which additive is used in a Red tube?
Which additive is used in a Red tube?
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What is the primary use of a Dark Green tube?
What is the primary use of a Dark Green tube?
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Why is the order of draw important when collecting multiple blood samples?
Why is the order of draw important when collecting multiple blood samples?
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What is the effect of EDTA on the laboratory determination of calcium ions?
What is the effect of EDTA on the laboratory determination of calcium ions?
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What is the significance of precision in laboratory results?
What is the significance of precision in laboratory results?
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Why are most reagents more compatible with serum than plasma?
Why are most reagents more compatible with serum than plasma?
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What is the significance of reliability in laboratory results?
What is the significance of reliability in laboratory results?
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According to research, what is true about serum and plasma in terms of stability?
According to research, what is true about serum and plasma in terms of stability?
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What is the role of laboratory results in the diagnosis of a patient?
What is the role of laboratory results in the diagnosis of a patient?
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