Which of the following are included in steps for collection of a blood specimen? 

A. Tell the patient the process will not be painful
B. Identify the patient correctly
C. Ask the patient what test he needs
D. Use the same tubes for chemistry and hematology tests
E. Apply the tourniquet to the patient's lower arm


B. Identify the patient correctly
Before collecting blood from any patient, confirm the patient's identity.

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