Phlebotomy NHA Essential Exam Pack 2025 |
Graded Quizzes and Full Answer Key
EDTA - Ethylenediaminetetraacete. A calcium chelating (binding) agent that is used as
an anticoagulant for laboratory blood specimens
Hazard for phlebotomist - Needlesticks
Post Vasectomy Semen Analysis - to confirm if sperm is present or not.
Color of tube that protects from light - Amber
NPO - nothing by mouth
Thrombocytopenia - low platelet count
geriatrics - the care of aging people over 65
Normal blood glucose range - 100-126
Stat lab time - 45-60 min
PPD - purified protein derivative (TB test) 10mm or greater positive
Light Blue Tube - Must be filled 100percent
Diurnal Effect - Monitor certain drugs
Exposed to biohazards - Wash immediately with soap and water
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) - provides guidelines for
workplace safety, and enforces these regulations.
Blood sample that has higher glucose - Capillary
Fasting - 8-12 hours before test
Black Top Tube - sodium citrate
Hemoglobin - An iron-containing protein in red blood cells that reversibly binds oxygen.
Sperm sample time - 30 min. If not rapidly deteriorating
MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) - Provides communication to workers regarding
chemicals used in the office
Graded Quizzes and Full Answer Key
EDTA - Ethylenediaminetetraacete. A calcium chelating (binding) agent that is used as
an anticoagulant for laboratory blood specimens
Hazard for phlebotomist - Needlesticks
Post Vasectomy Semen Analysis - to confirm if sperm is present or not.
Color of tube that protects from light - Amber
NPO - nothing by mouth
Thrombocytopenia - low platelet count
geriatrics - the care of aging people over 65
Normal blood glucose range - 100-126
Stat lab time - 45-60 min
PPD - purified protein derivative (TB test) 10mm or greater positive
Light Blue Tube - Must be filled 100percent
Diurnal Effect - Monitor certain drugs
Exposed to biohazards - Wash immediately with soap and water
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) - provides guidelines for
workplace safety, and enforces these regulations.
Blood sample that has higher glucose - Capillary
Fasting - 8-12 hours before test
Black Top Tube - sodium citrate
Hemoglobin - An iron-containing protein in red blood cells that reversibly binds oxygen.
Sperm sample time - 30 min. If not rapidly deteriorating
MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) - Provides communication to workers regarding
chemicals used in the office
