List four pre-examination precautions that must be observed to produce quality results when performing a CBC

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Proper identification of the patient; correct collection tube; proper storage, preservation and transport of the specimen; correct timing in making a blood smear.

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A microscope is used to:

A) identify microorganisms. B) examine blood smears. C) complete blood cell counts. D) all of the above.

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Staples and rubber bands are ____ supplies. 

A. vital B. incidental C. periodic D. general

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Which suture is MOST inert in tissue?

a. chromic gut b. plain gut c. stainless steel d. surgical silk

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