NCCT PHLEBOTOMY LATEST EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Median Cubital
The forearm vein most commonly used for venipuncture.
Venules
The smallest veins in the human body.
Arterioles
Smaller divisions of arteries.
Capillaries
Characteristics Include: thin walls, microscopic pathways, connecting arterioles with
venules.
Blood Cell
Functions Include: releasing oxygen, binding carbon dioxide, eliminating waste.
Cardiovascular System
The heart, lymphatic organs, and blood vessels.
-Uria
Medical term for urine.
Hematology
The study of blood.
Digestive System
The liver, stomach, mouth and pancreas.
Identify Patient
Most important step to ensure accuracy in sample collection.
Urinary System
The bladder, urethra, kidneys and ureters.
Respritory System
The trachea, nose, lungs and pharynx.
Integumentary System
The sebaceous glands, skin, hair and nails.
Endocrine System
Primary regulator of hormones.
, WBC (White Blood Cells)
Neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes, and monocytes.
Platelet
The common name for thromboyte.
Plasma
The liquid portion of an anti coagulated blood sample.
Sphygmomanometer
Blood pressure instrument.
Artery
This will be pulsating, whereas a vein will not.
Capillary Puncture
Lancets are used to collect this type of puncture.
VAD
Venous Access Devices.
Determine Needle Size
The higher the gauge, the smaller the needle bore.
Third and Fourth Fingers
Capillary punctures often involve these fingers.
Centrifuge
Used in a clinical laboratory setting to separate liquid from cells in blood.
Diabetes Test
Oral GTT (Glucose Tolerance Test)
CBC Test
Lavender Top
Electrolyte Test
Red Top
Cholesterol Test
Red/SST
Sodium Citrate
Anticoagulant that protects clotting factors.
How to Prepare Blood Smear
ANSWERS
Median Cubital
The forearm vein most commonly used for venipuncture.
Venules
The smallest veins in the human body.
Arterioles
Smaller divisions of arteries.
Capillaries
Characteristics Include: thin walls, microscopic pathways, connecting arterioles with
venules.
Blood Cell
Functions Include: releasing oxygen, binding carbon dioxide, eliminating waste.
Cardiovascular System
The heart, lymphatic organs, and blood vessels.
-Uria
Medical term for urine.
Hematology
The study of blood.
Digestive System
The liver, stomach, mouth and pancreas.
Identify Patient
Most important step to ensure accuracy in sample collection.
Urinary System
The bladder, urethra, kidneys and ureters.
Respritory System
The trachea, nose, lungs and pharynx.
Integumentary System
The sebaceous glands, skin, hair and nails.
Endocrine System
Primary regulator of hormones.
, WBC (White Blood Cells)
Neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes, and monocytes.
Platelet
The common name for thromboyte.
Plasma
The liquid portion of an anti coagulated blood sample.
Sphygmomanometer
Blood pressure instrument.
Artery
This will be pulsating, whereas a vein will not.
Capillary Puncture
Lancets are used to collect this type of puncture.
VAD
Venous Access Devices.
Determine Needle Size
The higher the gauge, the smaller the needle bore.
Third and Fourth Fingers
Capillary punctures often involve these fingers.
Centrifuge
Used in a clinical laboratory setting to separate liquid from cells in blood.
Diabetes Test
Oral GTT (Glucose Tolerance Test)
CBC Test
Lavender Top
Electrolyte Test
Red Top
Cholesterol Test
Red/SST
Sodium Citrate
Anticoagulant that protects clotting factors.
How to Prepare Blood Smear
