Blood Collection Flashcards
0
Q
What tube has EDTA, used in hematology, and causes the least amount of distraction?
A
LTT
1
Q
What are three possible causes of hematomas?
A
Meddle has passed through vein, bevel is not completely in vein, insufficient pressure on vein
2
Q
What tube has no anti coagulant, is used for serum, and is just a sterile empty tube?
A
RTT
3
Q
What tube has Heparin and is used for plasma?
A
GTT
4
Q
What tube has no anti coagulant, but has a gel to separate serums?
A
STT
5
Q
What chemical/substance epically distorted RBCs?
A
Heparin
6
Q
What tube has sodium citrate, is reversible, and is used to determine blood clotting time?
A
BTt
7
Q
What tube has sodium fluoride and is used for blood glucose?
A
Gray top tube
8
Q
Why would you not let blood sit in a RTT for a glucose readings?
A
RBC will continue to use up glucose
