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To label a non-blood specimen, include essential information such as the patient's name, identification number, date and time of collection, type of specimen, and any relevant clinical information. This labeling is crucial to ensure accurate identification, prevent mix-ups, and facilitate proper analysis and interpretation of results. Clear labeling also supports effective communication among healthcare providers and enhances patient safety.
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When labeling a non blood specimen why is it important to place the label on the container itself and not the lid?
This is likely to ensure that, should the lid be removed or misplaced, the substance is still identifiable.
What is laboratory technique in which the body radioactively labeled a substance is mixed with a blood specimen?
The laboratory technique you are referring to is known as radioimmunoassay (RIA). In RIA, a radioactive substance is used to label a specific molecule or antigen, and when this labeled molecule is mixed with a blood specimen containing the corresponding antibody, the level of radioactivity can be used to quantify the amount of antigen present in the blood sample.
What type of specimen is required for most blood tests?
For most of the blood tests fasting blood specimen is required
What is a timed specimen?
a single blood specimen ordered to be drawn at a specific time. Good luck!
Why do you need to label the patient name on the specimen container?
So that the content of the container and any tests performed on it can be related back to the patient form which the specimen was taken.
What color blood drawing tube is used to collect a serum specimen?
A red-colored blood drawing tube is typically used to collect a serum specimen.
How is clotted blood obtained?
Clotted blood is normally obtained from a specimen of venous blood which has been allowed to clot by standing for 30 minutes. The resulting specimen is usually centrifuged to separate the clotted red blood cells from the serum.
What electrolyte test results is affected by hemolyzed blood specimen?
Potassium levels can be falsely elevated in a hemolyzed blood specimen due to the release of intracellular potassium from damaged red blood cells. It is important to request a redraw if a specimen appears hemolyzed to ensure accurate electrolyte results.
What is the Clear liquid separated from a clotted blood specimen?
plasma
Hemolysis of a blood specimen is caused bycompletion?
Hemolysis of a capillary specimen can be caused by intense squeezing of the skin. It can also be caused by the scraping of blood at the surface of the skin. If this occurs, adding warmth will ensure sufficient blood collection.
Where does the nurse label samples of specimen collected?
I always label the sample container in front of the patient and check their details at the same time, to ensure correct patient - correct sample
What is the correct technique when obtaining a capillary blood specimen?
Squeeze,hard to get,the blood flowing quickly
