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Phlebotomy Technician

Category - Procedures & Tubes

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Phil the New Phlebotomy Tech is careful to keep his samples in an upright position. Why?
  1. Keeping the samples in an upright position aids in clot formation (when necessary).
  2. Keeping the samples in an upright position helps prevent hemolysis.
  3. Keeping the samples in an upright position allows more room in the specimen tray.
  4. A and B
Explanation
Answer: D - Phil knows that positioning specimen containers in an upright position will aid in clot formation and prevent hemolysis. Keeping samples in an upright position is the correct procedure for transporting all specimens. Some specimens may require gentle inversion after drawing, to mix the blood with the additive contained in the tube. However, these containers are still transported in an upright position.
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