2S - Q2 Flashcards
What is the purpose of the Chain of Custody Form?
A) To record the patient’s medical history
B) To document the procedures from sample collection until the specimen reaches the laboratory
C) To provide instructions for medication dosage
D) To label the specimen with the patient’s name only
B) To document the procedures from sample collection until the specimen reaches the laboratory
Initially, who is responsible for filling out the required information in the Chain of custody Form (CCF)?
A. Authorized Specimen Collector
B. Drug Testing Analyst
C. Client/Donor/Subject
D. Laboratory Supervisor
A. Authorized Specimen Collector
What is the role of the Drug Testing Analyst (DTA) in the drug testing process?
A. Collect the specimen from the donor
B. Verify the completeness of the CCF
C. Fill out the required information in the CCF
D. Analyze the drug test results
D. Analyze the drug test results
Which form must be used by all drug testing laboratories to document the collection of a specimen?
A. Medical Examination Form
B. Bureau of Health Facilities Services approved Drug Testing CCF
C. Laboratory Test Request Form
D. Specimen Analysis Report
B. Bureau of Health Facilities Services approved Drug Testing CCF
What must the laboratory do upon receiving a specimen for drug testing?
A. Assign a unique number and inspect the specimen and CCF for integrity and identity
B. Immediately begin testing the specimen without verification
C. Discard any specimen that appears tampered with without documentation
D. Only check the CCF without inspecting the specimen
A. Assign a unique number and inspect the specimen and CCF for integrity and identity
What must be documented on the CCF each time a specimen is handled and transferred?
A. The test results of the specimen
B. The date, purpose, and identity of each person who handled the specimen
C. Only the name of the person who first collected the specimen
D. The estimated time it will take for testing
B. The date, purpose, and identity of each person who handled the specimen
What must the receiving laboratory do if there is apparent tampering with the specimen container?
A. Ignore it and proceed with testing
B. Record and report the tampering or any discrepancy in the specimen and the CCF
C. Immediately discard the specimen without documentation
D. Return the specimen to the sender without further action
B. Record and report the tampering or any discrepancy in the specimen and the CCF
What is the minimum required quantity for a urine specimen in a drug test?
A. 10 mL in a single container
B. 30 mL in a single container
C. 60 mL in a single container
D. 100 mL in a single container
B. 30 mL in a single container
What is a key requirement for an observed specimen collection?
A. It must be collected in the presence of the Authorized Specimen Collector (ASC)
B. It can be collected without any supervision
C. It must always be tested immediately upon collection
D. It does not require a specimen validity test
A. It must be collected in the presence of the Authorized Specimen Collector (ASC)
What is the primary purpose of a screening test like the Rapid Diagnostic Test kit (Immunochromatography)?
A. To provide a definitive diagnosis
B. To confirm the presence of a substance with high accuracy
C. To quickly identify potential positive cases for further testing
D. To replace laboratory-based confirmatory tests
C. To quickly identify potential positive cases for further testing
Which method is commonly used as a confirmatory test following a positive screening result from an immunochromatographic test?
A. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
B. Gas Chromatography / Mass
Spectrophotometry
C. Western Blot
D. Spectrophotometry
C. Western Blot
Who must sign the laboratory report for a drug test?
A. Only the analyst who performed the test
B. Only the head of the laboratory
C. Both the analyst who performed the test and the head of the laboratory
D. The client who requested the test
C. Both the analyst who performed the test and the head of the laboratory
How should the results of a confirmatory test be reported?
A. As POSITIVE or NEGATIVE only
B. By specifying the analyte and its concentration
C. By providing a general assessment of the sample
D. By including only qualitative findings
B. By specifying the analyte and its concentration
Why is participation in proficiency testing important for laboratories?
A. It helps laboratories develop new testing methods.
B. It is required for renewing their license.
C. It ensures higher profit margins for laboratories.
D. It allows laboratories to operate without government oversight.
B. It is required for renewing their license.
What happens if a laboratory fails the proficiency testing twice?
A. They will receive additional training and another chance to pass.
B. They will be required to pay a fine but can continue operating.
C. Their license and accreditation will be revoked.
D. They will be placed on probation for one year.
C. Their license and accreditation will be revoked.
