ASCP PHLEBOTOMY
CERTIFICATION EXAM 2024-
2025| BRAND NEW VERSION
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS TO
HELP YOU PASS
Which of the following terms refers to the speed and urgency of one's voice? CORRECT
ANSWER: pace
Clia is enforced by? CORRECT ANSWER: centers for medicare and medicaid services
The standard of care presently used in phlebotomy malpractice legal cases involving
health care providers is based on the conduct of the average phlebotomist in which
area? CORRECT ANSWER: national community
A national organization that develops guidelines and safety measures and sets national
standards specifically for laboratory procedures is: CORRECT ANSWER: the joint
commission
A young boy who refused to have blood collection from his arm was locked in a room by
a health care worker and was forced to have the blood collection. This is an example of:
CORRECT ANSWER: assault and battery
A patient suffering from disease or injury to the central nervous system would most
likely be admitted to the: CORRECT ANSWER: neurological unit
A patient suffering from a mental or an emotional disorder would most likely be
admitted to the: CORRECT ANSWER: psychiatric unit
A patient experiencing complications related to pregnancy would most likely be
admitted to the: CORRECT ANSWER: obstetrical unit
The field of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the elderly
population is called: CORRECT ANSWER: geriatrics
The field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of joint and tissue
diseases is: CORRECT ANSWER: rheumatology
,the medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eye
is: CORRECT ANSWER: ophthalmology
The field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ear,
nose, and throat is: CORRECT ANSWER: otolaryngology
The department of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders
associated with male sexual and reproductive systems and renal system for both sexes
is: CORRECT ANSWER: urology
The Public Health Service's responsibilities is to: CORRECT ANSWER: administer
programs for control of disease
Health care provider made up of a number of associated medical facilities that furnish
coordinated healthcare services from prebirth to death CORRECT ANSWER: IDS
(Integrated healthcare Delivery Systems)
*developed to reduce healthcare costs while maintaining patient satisfaction by
directing the patient to the right provider for the right care
Which of the following would require airborne precautions? CORRECT ANSWER:
tuberculosis
Which of the following is the proper sequence for removal of isolation apparel after
blood collection in an isolation room? CORRECT ANSWER: gloves, goggles, gown
Which of the following is the most important procedure in the prevention of disease
transmission in health care institutes? CORRECT ANSWER: hand washing
Msds stands for: CORRECT ANSWER: material safety data sheet
A dosimeter badge is required in health care facilities for? CORRECT ANSWER:
radiation safety
The hazcom standard requires chemical manufacturers to supply? CORRECT
ANSWER: msdss
As co2 levels increase in the blood, the blood ph: CORRECT ANSWER: decreases
(becomes more acidic)
A test required for o & p refers to: CORRECT ANSWER: an evaluation for parasites
Which of the following chemicals should be used to disinfect tourniquets and items
contaminated with blood? CORRECT ANSWER: 1:10 dilution of chlorine bleach
In the process of preparing to enter a patient's isolation room, which of the following
would occur first? CORRECT ANSWER: donning mask
,If a health care provider hears a fire alarm as she or he is collecting blood from a patient,
she or he should not: CORRECT ANSWER: run
Which structure governs the functions of the individual cell, such as growth, repair,
reproduction and metabolism? CORRECT ANSWER: nucleus
Independent groups of physicians that negotiate contracts with employers for
healthcare services at discounted rates for exchange for a guaranteed number of patients
CORRECT ANSWER: PPO (Preferred Provider Organizations)
Deals with the protection of the nation's mental and physical health CORRECT
ANSWER: PHS (U.S. Public Health Service)
Coding system for patients seen in the ambulatory setting and for physician billing
CORRECT ANSWER: CPT (Current Procedural Terminology)
It is not the responsibility of the designated case manager or gatekeeper in managed
care to: CORRECT ANSWER: know the patient's financial capabilities;
*they DO advise the patient on healthcare needs, coordinate responses to those needs,
and identify available resources for treatment.
A nationally endorsed principle ensuring that patients and their families understand
their rights and responsibilities while in a healthcare facility can be found in:
CORRECT ANSWER: the Patient Care Partnership brochure
Managed care organizations control costs by: CORRECT ANSWER: detecting risk
factors early
Managed care CORRECT ANSWER: a generic term for a payment system that
manages costs and quality by encouraging healthy lifestyles, detecting risk factors, and
offering patient education
Patient Care Partnership: CORRECT ANSWER: what to expect during your hospital
stay:
high-quality hospital care, a safe and clean environment, involvement in your care,
protection of your privacy, help when leaving the hospital, and help with your billing
claims
The term third-party payer is used to describe: CORRECT ANSWER: health
insurance plans
A toxic chemical that affects the body by being absorbed into the blood is: CORRECT
ANSWER: blood agent
Serum is:
a. Neither a red or white blood cell
b. Plasma with the clotting proteins removed
, c. A liquid that separates out when blood coagulates
d. All of the above CORRECT ANSWER: D
What is septicemia? CORRECT ANSWER: blood poisoning caused by bacteria
How long does it take for the body to replace 500ml of blood? CORRECT ANSWER:
6-8 weeks
XDP stands for: CORRECT ANSWER: serum cross linked fibrin
Blood accounts for how much of your total body weight? CORRECT ANSWER: 7-8%
What tube contains Thrombin for STAT serum testing? CORRECT ANSWER: orange
or gray/yellow tiger top
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) samples need to be run within how long of collecting?
CORRECT ANSWER: 15 minutes
What do you call an inanimate object that can transmit infectious agents from
individual to another? CORRECT ANSWER: fomite
Which color tubes are used for trace metal analysis? CORRECT ANSWER: dark blue
PSA stands for: CORRECT ANSWER: prostate specific antigen
What are small red or purple spots on the body, caused by a minor hemorrhage?
CORRECT ANSWER: petechiae
Lipemic blood refers to a condition where: CORRECT ANSWER: the serum is milky
white
What color tube contains sodium polyanethol sulfonate (SPS)? CORRECT ANSWER:
yellow
How long does it take for blood to circulate your body? CORRECT ANSWER: 60
seconds
BT stands for CORRECT ANSWER: bleeding time
What tubes contain coagulents? CORRECT ANSWER: gold, red, orange
grey tubes contain CORRECT ANSWER: fluoride and oxalate
Swelling caused by fluid retention CORRECT ANSWER: edema
What is the maximum amount of blood a person should donate in one session?
CORRECT ANSWER: 500 mL
CERTIFICATION EXAM 2024-
2025| BRAND NEW VERSION
WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS TO
HELP YOU PASS
Which of the following terms refers to the speed and urgency of one's voice? CORRECT
ANSWER: pace
Clia is enforced by? CORRECT ANSWER: centers for medicare and medicaid services
The standard of care presently used in phlebotomy malpractice legal cases involving
health care providers is based on the conduct of the average phlebotomist in which
area? CORRECT ANSWER: national community
A national organization that develops guidelines and safety measures and sets national
standards specifically for laboratory procedures is: CORRECT ANSWER: the joint
commission
A young boy who refused to have blood collection from his arm was locked in a room by
a health care worker and was forced to have the blood collection. This is an example of:
CORRECT ANSWER: assault and battery
A patient suffering from disease or injury to the central nervous system would most
likely be admitted to the: CORRECT ANSWER: neurological unit
A patient suffering from a mental or an emotional disorder would most likely be
admitted to the: CORRECT ANSWER: psychiatric unit
A patient experiencing complications related to pregnancy would most likely be
admitted to the: CORRECT ANSWER: obstetrical unit
The field of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the elderly
population is called: CORRECT ANSWER: geriatrics
The field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of joint and tissue
diseases is: CORRECT ANSWER: rheumatology
,the medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eye
is: CORRECT ANSWER: ophthalmology
The field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ear,
nose, and throat is: CORRECT ANSWER: otolaryngology
The department of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders
associated with male sexual and reproductive systems and renal system for both sexes
is: CORRECT ANSWER: urology
The Public Health Service's responsibilities is to: CORRECT ANSWER: administer
programs for control of disease
Health care provider made up of a number of associated medical facilities that furnish
coordinated healthcare services from prebirth to death CORRECT ANSWER: IDS
(Integrated healthcare Delivery Systems)
*developed to reduce healthcare costs while maintaining patient satisfaction by
directing the patient to the right provider for the right care
Which of the following would require airborne precautions? CORRECT ANSWER:
tuberculosis
Which of the following is the proper sequence for removal of isolation apparel after
blood collection in an isolation room? CORRECT ANSWER: gloves, goggles, gown
Which of the following is the most important procedure in the prevention of disease
transmission in health care institutes? CORRECT ANSWER: hand washing
Msds stands for: CORRECT ANSWER: material safety data sheet
A dosimeter badge is required in health care facilities for? CORRECT ANSWER:
radiation safety
The hazcom standard requires chemical manufacturers to supply? CORRECT
ANSWER: msdss
As co2 levels increase in the blood, the blood ph: CORRECT ANSWER: decreases
(becomes more acidic)
A test required for o & p refers to: CORRECT ANSWER: an evaluation for parasites
Which of the following chemicals should be used to disinfect tourniquets and items
contaminated with blood? CORRECT ANSWER: 1:10 dilution of chlorine bleach
In the process of preparing to enter a patient's isolation room, which of the following
would occur first? CORRECT ANSWER: donning mask
,If a health care provider hears a fire alarm as she or he is collecting blood from a patient,
she or he should not: CORRECT ANSWER: run
Which structure governs the functions of the individual cell, such as growth, repair,
reproduction and metabolism? CORRECT ANSWER: nucleus
Independent groups of physicians that negotiate contracts with employers for
healthcare services at discounted rates for exchange for a guaranteed number of patients
CORRECT ANSWER: PPO (Preferred Provider Organizations)
Deals with the protection of the nation's mental and physical health CORRECT
ANSWER: PHS (U.S. Public Health Service)
Coding system for patients seen in the ambulatory setting and for physician billing
CORRECT ANSWER: CPT (Current Procedural Terminology)
It is not the responsibility of the designated case manager or gatekeeper in managed
care to: CORRECT ANSWER: know the patient's financial capabilities;
*they DO advise the patient on healthcare needs, coordinate responses to those needs,
and identify available resources for treatment.
A nationally endorsed principle ensuring that patients and their families understand
their rights and responsibilities while in a healthcare facility can be found in:
CORRECT ANSWER: the Patient Care Partnership brochure
Managed care organizations control costs by: CORRECT ANSWER: detecting risk
factors early
Managed care CORRECT ANSWER: a generic term for a payment system that
manages costs and quality by encouraging healthy lifestyles, detecting risk factors, and
offering patient education
Patient Care Partnership: CORRECT ANSWER: what to expect during your hospital
stay:
high-quality hospital care, a safe and clean environment, involvement in your care,
protection of your privacy, help when leaving the hospital, and help with your billing
claims
The term third-party payer is used to describe: CORRECT ANSWER: health
insurance plans
A toxic chemical that affects the body by being absorbed into the blood is: CORRECT
ANSWER: blood agent
Serum is:
a. Neither a red or white blood cell
b. Plasma with the clotting proteins removed
, c. A liquid that separates out when blood coagulates
d. All of the above CORRECT ANSWER: D
What is septicemia? CORRECT ANSWER: blood poisoning caused by bacteria
How long does it take for the body to replace 500ml of blood? CORRECT ANSWER:
6-8 weeks
XDP stands for: CORRECT ANSWER: serum cross linked fibrin
Blood accounts for how much of your total body weight? CORRECT ANSWER: 7-8%
What tube contains Thrombin for STAT serum testing? CORRECT ANSWER: orange
or gray/yellow tiger top
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) samples need to be run within how long of collecting?
CORRECT ANSWER: 15 minutes
What do you call an inanimate object that can transmit infectious agents from
individual to another? CORRECT ANSWER: fomite
Which color tubes are used for trace metal analysis? CORRECT ANSWER: dark blue
PSA stands for: CORRECT ANSWER: prostate specific antigen
What are small red or purple spots on the body, caused by a minor hemorrhage?
CORRECT ANSWER: petechiae
Lipemic blood refers to a condition where: CORRECT ANSWER: the serum is milky
white
What color tube contains sodium polyanethol sulfonate (SPS)? CORRECT ANSWER:
yellow
How long does it take for blood to circulate your body? CORRECT ANSWER: 60
seconds
BT stands for CORRECT ANSWER: bleeding time
What tubes contain coagulents? CORRECT ANSWER: gold, red, orange
grey tubes contain CORRECT ANSWER: fluoride and oxalate
Swelling caused by fluid retention CORRECT ANSWER: edema
What is the maximum amount of blood a person should donate in one session?
CORRECT ANSWER: 500 mL
