CC PART 3 (DEFINITION OF TERMS)

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Random Access

Question 2

Samples processed as a group

Answer 2

Batch Analysis

Question 3

Instrument from a single discipline with automated capability

Answer 3

Stand Alone

Question 4

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

Answer 4

Automated Stand Alone

Question 5

At least two instrument from a
single discipline with one controller

Answer 5

Modular Work Cell

Question 6

Maximum number of tests
generated per hour

Answer 6

Throughput

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Multiple Platform

Question 6

Transports specimens quickly from one location to another

Answer 6

Pneumatic Tube System

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Integrated Modular System

Question 8

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

Answer 8

Barcoding

Question 8

Amount of time to generate one
result

Answer 8

Turnaround

Question 9

Amount of serum than cannot be
aspirated

Answer 9

Dead Volume

Question 10

The contamination of a sample by a previously aspirated samp

Answer 10

Carry Over

Question 11

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

Answer 11

Reflex Testing

Question 12

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

Answer 12

Total Laboratory Automation

Question 13

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

Answer 13

Total Laboratory Automation

Question 14

Physical parts of computer

Answer 14

Hardware

Question 15

Executes software functions

Answer 15

CPU - Central processing unit

Question 16

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

Answer 16

RAM - Random Access Memory

Question 17

Magnetic coated metal plate inside CPU for storing data

Answer 17

Hard drive

Question 18

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

Answer 18

ROM - Read-only memory

Question 19

CDs, DVDs. Store data

Answer 19

Optical disks

Question 19

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

Answer 19

Disk drive

Question 20

Devices that deliver data to computer.

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

Answer 20

Input devices

Question 20

Input/output information storage components

Answer 20

Peripheral devices

Question 21

Devices by which computer delivers. ex. printer, monitors

Answer 21

Output devices

Question 22

Input/Output device allows computers to communicate over telephone lines

Answer 22

Modem

Question 23

Programs that tell computer what to do

Answer 23

Software

Question 24

Program that control basic functions of computer ex. Microsoft windows

Answer 24

Operating system software

Question 25

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

Answer 25

Application software

Question 26

Application program that allows for manipulation of text.

Answer 26

Word processor

Question 27

Application program to manipulate numbers and perform mathematical calculations

Answer 27

Spreadsheet

Question 28

Application program to organize, store, sort and retrieve data

Answer 28

Database

Question 29

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

Answer 29

Laboratory information system

Question 29

Program that provides access to internet

Answer 29

Browser

Question 30

Provides all laboratory information.

Answer 30

Laboratory information system

Question 31

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

Answer 31

Hospital information system

Question 32

Interface that transmits information in 1 direction.

Answer 32

Unidirectional interface

Question 32

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

Answer 32

Interface

Question 33

The LIS is typically interfaced to HIS and automated analyzers

Answer 33

Interface

Question 34

Ex. POCT analyzer downloads results to LIS

Answer 34

Unidirectional interface

Question 35

Interface that transmits electronic information in 2 directions.

Answer 35

Bidirectional interface

Question 36

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

Answer 36

Middleware

Question 36

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

Answer 36

Bidirectional interface

Question 37

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

Answer 37

Middleware

Question 38

● Computer network that connects computers in close geographic proximity. ● Ex. Building, campus

Answer 38

Local area network

Question 39

Computer network that connects computers over larger geographic area ex. Multisite health-care facility, internet

Answer 39

Wide area network

Question 40

Global system of interconnected computer networks

Answer 40

Internet

Question 41

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

Answer 41

LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM

Question 41

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

Answer 41

Intranet

Question 42

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

Answer 42

Extranet

Question 43

One of the 1st protocols that networks uses for communication

Answer 43

Ethernet

Question 44

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

Answer 44

LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM

Question 45

PASS (fire extinguisher)

Answer 45

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

Question 46

RACE

Answer 46

● Rescue ● Alarm ● Contain ● Extinguish

Question 47

MSDS

Answer 47

● Material ● Safety ● Data ● Sheet

Question 48

OSHA

Answer 48

● Occupational ● Safety ● Health ● Administration

Question 49

In US, issues regulation for employee safety

Answer 49

OSHA

Question 50

CAP

Answer 50

College of American Pathologists

Question 51

CLSI

Answer 51

Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute

Question 52

CHP

Answer 52

Chemical Hygiene Plan

Question 53

EPA

Answer 53

Environmental Protection Association

Question 53

ISO

Answer 53

International Organization for Standard

Question 54

NFPA

Answer 54

National Fire Protection Association

Question 55

CLIA

Answer 55

Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment

Question 56

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

Answer 56

CLIA

Question 57

JCI

Answer 57

Joint Commission International

Question 58

What is the ISO for laboratory?

Answer 58

ISO 15189 (quality standards of laboratory)

Question 59

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

Answer 59

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

Question 60

HFSRB

Answer 60

Health Facilities and Services Regulation Bureau