The forearm vein most commonly used for venipuncture Median cubital
The smallest veins in the human body are known as Venules
The aorta branches into smaller divisions called arteries,
Arterioles
which in turn branch into even smaller divisions called
(1) Having thin walls
Characteristics of capillaries include (2) Forming microscopic pathways
(3) Connecting arterioles with venules
(1) Releasing oxygen
Within the capillaries, blood cell functions include (2) Binding carbon dioxide
(3) Eliminating waste
The heart, lymphatic organs, & blood vessels are in which
Cardiovascular system
system
The suflx -URIA refers what body system urinary
Study of blood Hematology
The liver, stomach, mouth, & pancreas are in which system Digestive system
The most important step to ensure accuracy in sample
Identifying the pt properly
collection is
The bladder, urethra, kidneys, & ureters are in which sys-
Urinary system
tem
The trachea, nose, lungs, & pharynx are in which system Respiratory system
The sebaceous glands, skin hair & nails are in which sys-
Integumentary system
tem
The body system that is a primary regulator hormones is
Endocrine system
which system
Neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes &
White blood cells (WBC)
monocytes are type of
Common name for the thrombocyte is the Platelet
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Liquid portion of an anticoagulated blood sample is
Plasma
known as
Instrument that measures blood pressure Sphygmomanometer
Artery can be distinguished from a vein because an artery
Pulsating
will be
Lancets are used to collect blood samples by Capillary or skin puncture
VAD is commonly used in hospitals to refer to Venous Access Devices
To determine the size of the needle, remember that the
Smaller the needle bore
higher the gauge, the
Adult capillary punctures most often involve use of which
3rd & 4th (middle & ring) fingers
finger(s)
Centrifuge is used in a clinical laboratory setting to Separate liquid from cells in blood
Oral glucose tolerance test (GTT) is used for detection of Diabetes
Evacuated tube top for collection of CBC test is which color,
Lavender, hematology
and what department does it go to?
Evacuated tube top for collection of blood for electrolyte
Red, chemistry
test is which color,and what department does it go to?
Evacuated tube top for collection of blood for cholesterol
Red
test is which color, and what department does it go to?
Sodium citrate is an anticoagulant of choice for coagula-
Clotting factors
tion studies because it protects
When preparing a blood smear directly from a skin punc-
Wipe away the first drop of blood
ture it is best to
10 phlebotomy steps in order
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(1) Greet & identify the pt
(2) Explain the procedure to the pt
(3) Assemble the equipment
(4) Cleanse the venipuncture site
(5) Anchor the vein
(6) Insert the needle
(7) Collect blood in vacuum tube
(8) Remove tourniquet
(9) Dispose of needle
(10) Label tubes
Purpose of doing blood cultures is to detect Septicemia
Anticoagulants are used to Prevent the blood from clotting
WBC help the body by Defending against foreign invaders
Platelets help the circulation by Participating in hemostasis
When the blood seeps into the surronding tissue during
Hematoma
a venipuncture a may form
In a pt with a clotting disorder, pressure should be applied
to the puncture site for at least after venipuncture to 5 minutes
insure blood stoppage
(1) pt is an infant, toddler, or preschooler
Skin puncture may be indicated for use when (2) Only a small amount of blood is needed
(3) pt veins need to be preserved for IV therapy
(1) pt name (& numeric ID)
(2) Date & time the specimen was drawn
All specimens should be labeled with
(3) Collector's initials
4) DOB
When performing a skin puncture, squeezing the finger
Tissue fluid
too tightly may dilute the blood with & ruin the test