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CC PART 3 (DEFINITION OF TERMS) Flashcards

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Able to perform individual tests or panels and allows for STAT samples to be added to the run
ahead of other specimens

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Random Access

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Samples processed as a group

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Batch Analysis

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Instrument from a single discipline with automated capability

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Stand Alone

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Instrument from a single discipline with additional internal automated capability (ex. Auto- repeat and auto-dilute)

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Automated Stand Alone

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At least two instrument from a
single discipline with one controller

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Modular Work Cell

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Maximum number of tests
generated per hour

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Throughput

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Instrument able to perform tests
from at least two disciplines (Ex.
Architect)

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Multiple Platform

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Transports specimens quickly from one location to another

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Pneumatic Tube System

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At least two analytical modules
supported by one sample and
reagent processing and delivery
system

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Integrated Modular System

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Mechanism for patient /sample
identification used for reagent
identification by an instrument

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Barcoding

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Amount of time to generate one
result

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Turnaround

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9
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Amount of serum than cannot be
aspirated

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Dead Volume

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The contamination of a sample by a previously aspirated samp

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Carry Over

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Use of preliminary test results to
determine if additional tests should be ordered or cancelled on a particular specimen, performed manually or automated.

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Reflex Testing

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Automated systems exist for laboratories where samples are
received, centrifuged, distributed to particular instruments using a
conveyor system and loaded into
the analyzer without operator
assistance

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Total Laboratory Automation

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This kind of automation is seen in
large medical center laboratories
and commercial laboratories where the volume of testing is high.

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Total Laboratory Automation

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Physical parts of computer

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Hardware

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Executes software functions

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CPU - Central processing unit

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Working memory used for temporary storage of programs and data. Content is lost each time computer is turned off.

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RAM - Random Access Memory

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Magnetic coated metal plate inside CPU for storing data

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Hard drive

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Part of memory that is permanently protected from
being modified, erased, or written. Not affected by power loss. Used for boot-level and other system instructions

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ROM - Read-only memory

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CDs, DVDs. Store data

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Optical disks

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Device that reads data stored on
magnetic or optical disk & writes data onto disk for storage.

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Disk drive

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Devices that deliver data to computer.

Ex. barcode readers, keyboard,
computer links (interface)

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Input devices

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20
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Input/output information storage
components

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Peripheral devices

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21
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Devices by which computer delivers.

ex. printer, monitors

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Output devices

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22
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Input/Output device allows computers to communicate over telephone lines

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Modem

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Programs that tell computer what to do

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Software

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Program that control basic functions of computer

ex. Microsoft windows

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Operating system software

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Programs designed to meet specific needs of users ex. word processing

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Application software

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Application program that allows for manipulation of text.

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Word processor

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Application program to manipulate numbers and perform mathematical
calculations

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Spreadsheet

28
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Application program to organize,
store, sort and retrieve data

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Database

29
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● System of hardware, software,
connections & communications
protocols to handle all information needs of lab, form intake of requests to delivery of results.

A

Laboratory information system

29
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Program that provides access to
internet

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Browser

30
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Provides all laboratory information.

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Laboratory information system

31
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Information system to handle all
information needs of hospital both clinical and administrative

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Hospital information system

32
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Interface that transmits information in 1 direction.

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Unidirectional interface

32
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Hardware and software that allow for electronic communication between 2
computer systems even if they use different programming languages

A

Interface

33
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The LIS is typically interfaced to HIS and automated analyzers

A

Interface

34
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Ex. POCT analyzer downloads results to LIS

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Unidirectional interface

35
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Interface that transmits electronic
information in 2 directions.

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Bidirectional interface

36
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Interface between an analyzer and LIS. Can apply rules to automated processes

A

Middleware

36
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Ex. LIS downloads orders from the HIS & upload results to the HIS

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Bidirectional interface

37
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Ex. autoverification (automatic release of results without review of the medical technologists when certain criteria are met)

A

Middleware

38
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● Computer network that connects computers in close geographic proximity.

● Ex. Building, campus

A

Local area network

39
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Computer network that connects
computers over larger geographic area

ex. Multisite health-care facility,
internet

A

Wide area network

40
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Global system of interconnected
computer networks

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Internet

41
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● QC storage and functionality
● Support of comprehensive analyzer interface including
calculations

A

LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM

41
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● Computer network within the
organization.
● Access is usually restricted to
employees

A

Intranet

42
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Extension of a private network onto the internet where it can be accessed by authorized individuals

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Extranet

43
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One of the 1st protocols that networks uses for communication

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Ethernet

44
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● Too to aid in compliance with laboratory regulations
● Capability to share data with third party vendors

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LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM

45
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PASS (fire extinguisher)

A

● Pull the pin
● Aim at the base of fire
● Squeeze handles
● Sweep

46
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RACE

A

● Rescue
● Alarm
● Contain
● Extinguish

47
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MSDS

A

● Material
● Safety
● Data
● Sheet

48
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OSHA

A

● Occupational
● Safety
● Health
● Administration

49
Q

In US, issues regulation for
employee safety

A

OSHA

50
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CAP

A

College of American Pathologists

51
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CLSI

A

Clinical and Laboratory Standards
Institute

52
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CHP

A

Chemical Hygiene Plan

53
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EPA

A

Environmental Protection Association

53
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ISO

A

International Organization for
Standard

54
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NFPA

A

National Fire Protection Association

55
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CLIA

A

Clinical Laboratory Improvement
Amendment

56
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● In America, classifies if waived test or non-waived test
● Non-waived test → either moderate complexity lab or high complexity

A

CLIA

57
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JCI

A

Joint Commission International

58
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What is the ISO for laboratory?

A

ISO 15189 (quality standards of
laboratory)

59
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What agency of the government gives a permit to laboratories in the PH?

A

DOH branch is HFSRB (health
facilities and services regulation bureau)

60
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HFSRB

A

Health Facilities and Services Regulation Bureau

MTAP - CLINICAL CHEMISTRY 1 (LEC) (8 decks)

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