Lab Safety & The Clinical Laboratory

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What information is typically required on a laboratory requisition?

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Demographics of the patient, insurance information, status of the specimen, a list of tests to be performed, and date and time of specimen collection.

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What does PHI stand for regarding HIPAA?

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Protected Health Information.

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What symbol indicates that a substance is acutely toxic?

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The skull and crossbones symbol.

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What does the hazard sign indicating 'Electrical or High Voltage' signify?

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It warns of potential electrical hazards that can cause serious injury or death.

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What is the term for a steady state of internal chemical and physical balance?

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Homeostasis.

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What is the purpose of a laboratory requisition?

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To provide essential information for processing laboratory tests.

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What does the term 'biohazard' refer to?

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Biological substances that pose a threat to the health of living organisms.

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What is the significance of using personal protective equipment (PPE) in the laboratory?

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PPE protects laboratory personnel from exposure to hazardous materials.

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What is the role of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)?

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To regulate laboratory testing and ensure quality standards.

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What does the term 'specimen' refer to in a clinical laboratory context?

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A sample taken for testing, such as blood, urine, or tissue.