Some specimens that are light sensitive include certain types of algae, fungi, bacteria, plants, and insects. These organisms may exhibit phototropism, which is the ability to move or grow in response to light stimuli. Exposure to certain wavelengths of light can also impact the growth, development, and behavior of these light-sensitive specimens.
Specimens viewed with a compound microscope must be thin to allow light to pass through them. This ensures that the light rays can illuminate and pass through the specimen, which is necessary for magnifying the image and producing a clear view under the microscope. Thicker specimens would scatter or block the light, resulting in a blurry or dark image.
EDTA specimens are obtained first to prevent contamination of the blood with elements released during the skin puncture process, such as potassium and glucose, which could affect the accuracy of subsequent tests. EDTA also helps to preserve the integrity of the blood cells for hematologic testing.
A common term for an ordinary microscope is a light microscope, which uses visible light to illuminate and magnify specimens for observation.
No, it is not recommended to remix centrifuged whole blood specimens as it can affect the accuracy of test results due to potential cell lysis and mixing of plasma/serum with cellular components. It is best to follow the specific instructions provided for each test to ensure accurate results.
The chemistry section of the clinical laboratory typically performs pregnancy tests on blood specimens.
Blood specimens that need to be chilled include those collected for testing electrolytes (such as potassium, sodium), arterial blood gases, ammonia, and lactate. Chilling helps preserve the integrity of these analytes before testing.
Protection from light.
Some specimens that are light sensitive include certain types of algae, fungi, bacteria, plants, and insects. These organisms may exhibit phototropism, which is the ability to move or grow in response to light stimuli. Exposure to certain wavelengths of light can also impact the growth, development, and behavior of these light-sensitive specimens.
Mislabeling of blood specimens can result in hemolytic transfusion reactions from the incompatible blood.
These include abscesses, bites, blood, cerebrospinal fluid and exudative body fluids, deep wounds, and dead tissues. The specimen must be protected from oxygen during collection and transport
The detective took specimens of her blood to find out who killed her.
It needs protection from light.
The two main types of blood specimens used for most hematological tests are whole blood and plasma. Whole blood includes all components of blood, while plasma is the liquid portion of blood after cells have been removed.
Black panthers are merely black specimens of the leopard or jaguar, and not protected just because of their coloration.
Light will darken them
A light blue stopper tube is typically used to collect blood specimens for prothrombin time tests. The light blue stopper indicates the presence of sodium citrate as an anticoagulant, which is important for accurate testing of clotting factors.