Phlebotomist Exam Prep

Category - Handling & Labs

What is point-of-care testing?

  1. Testing that is done to pinpoint an area of patient care
  2. Testing that is done in the presence of a patient
  3. Testing that can only be done by the patient
  4. None of the above
Explanation

Answer: B - Point-of-care testing (POCT) is testing that is done in the presence of a patient. POCT can be done by the patient in their own home or by a provider in a care setting, such as a doctor’s office or public health event.

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