Excessive massaging or milking of the finger during a skin puncture procedure can cause:
A) an adequate supply of blood for filling several capillary tubes
B) increased venous blood flow to the puncture site
C) hemolysis and contamination of the specimen with tissue fluids
D) helpful results in glucose screening tests
Answer: C
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