Some special handling procedures require specimens to be chilled after collection. Why?
A. Chilling slows down the metabolic process.
B. Chilling keeps the specimen from hemolyzing.
C. Chilling speeds up the metabolic process.
D. Chilling keeps the specimen from light exposure.
Answer: A
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