AMCA CMAC Cert Study Guide Review
Exam Questions and Answers (Latest
Update 2026)
1) Which of the following is not a phlebotomist's duty?
A. Collecting blood specimens
B. Performing laboratory computer operations
C. Starting intravenous (IV) lines
D. Transporting specimens to the laboratory -
correct answer ✅1. C - In the case of intravenous drugs, most
cases require a licensed individual to administer this type of
therapy. A medical assistant can assist by laying out supplies and
equipment necessary for the infusion or injection being
administered.
2) A national organization that sets standards for phlebotomy
procedures is the:
A. ASCP
B. NAACLS
C. NCA
D. NCCLS -
correct answer ✅2. D - All phlebotomy programs are subject to
standards which are set by The National Committee for Clinical
Laboratory Standards. (NCCLS)
, AMCA CMAC Cert Study Guide Review
Exam Questions and Answers (Latest
Update 2026)
3) Which type of contact infection transmission involves transfer of
an infective microbe to the mucous membranes of a susceptible
individual by means of a cough or sneeze?
A. Direct
B. Droplet
C. Fomites
D. Indirect -
correct answer ✅3. B - Direct transmission occurs through contact
with an infected person's mucous membranes. Indirect
transmission occurs through contact with a fomite - an inanimate
object that is a reservoir for the transmission of microorganisms.
For example, a drinking glass.
The droplets from a sneeze are a common way for an infection to
be transmitted.
4) Which of the following is a test of the respiratory system?
A. ABGs
B. CSF
C. TSH
D. UA -
correct answer ✅4. A - ABG or Arterial blood gas deals directly
Exam Questions and Answers (Latest
Update 2026)
1) Which of the following is not a phlebotomist's duty?
A. Collecting blood specimens
B. Performing laboratory computer operations
C. Starting intravenous (IV) lines
D. Transporting specimens to the laboratory -
correct answer ✅1. C - In the case of intravenous drugs, most
cases require a licensed individual to administer this type of
therapy. A medical assistant can assist by laying out supplies and
equipment necessary for the infusion or injection being
administered.
2) A national organization that sets standards for phlebotomy
procedures is the:
A. ASCP
B. NAACLS
C. NCA
D. NCCLS -
correct answer ✅2. D - All phlebotomy programs are subject to
standards which are set by The National Committee for Clinical
Laboratory Standards. (NCCLS)
, AMCA CMAC Cert Study Guide Review
Exam Questions and Answers (Latest
Update 2026)
3) Which type of contact infection transmission involves transfer of
an infective microbe to the mucous membranes of a susceptible
individual by means of a cough or sneeze?
A. Direct
B. Droplet
C. Fomites
D. Indirect -
correct answer ✅3. B - Direct transmission occurs through contact
with an infected person's mucous membranes. Indirect
transmission occurs through contact with a fomite - an inanimate
object that is a reservoir for the transmission of microorganisms.
For example, a drinking glass.
The droplets from a sneeze are a common way for an infection to
be transmitted.
4) Which of the following is a test of the respiratory system?
A. ABGs
B. CSF
C. TSH
D. UA -
correct answer ✅4. A - ABG or Arterial blood gas deals directly
