Phlebotomy Test Panels

What is the purpose of a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) in phlebotomy?

• To determine the patient's shoe size

• To predict the weather

• To measure various components in the blood to assess overall health and detect abnormalities.

• To assess the patient's musical abilities

Which tests are typically included in a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)?

• cholesterol, triglycerides

• thyroid function tests (TSH, T3, T4)

• complete blood count (CBC)

• glucose, calcium, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, carbon dioxide), kidney function tests (BUN, creatinine), liver function tests (ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin), total protein

What is the significance of ordering a Complete Blood Count (CBC) in phlebotomy?

• A Complete Blood Count (CBC) in phlebotomy is significant as it provides essential information about the patient's health status.

• CBC results in phlebotomy are always inaccurate

• A CBC in phlebotomy has no relevance to patient health

• Ordering a CBC in phlebotomy is only done for fun

Explain the difference between a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) and a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP).

• A CMP focuses on heart function while a BMP focuses on kidney function

• A BMP includes tests for cholesterol levels which are not present in a CMP

• The main difference is that a CMP includes additional liver function and protein tests beyond what is included in a BMP.

• A BMP is more expensive than a CMP

What are the common tests included in a Lipid Panel?

• Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Chylomicrons

• Total Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides

• Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides

• HDL Cholesterol, VLDL Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides

Why is it important to fast before getting a Lipid Panel test done?

• To speed up the test process

• To avoid exercise before the test

• To obtain accurate results unaffected by recent food intake.

• To enjoy a meal after the test

What is the role of a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) in assessing kidney function?

• Determining kidney function based on heart rate

• Assessing kidney function by measuring blood pressure

• Measuring blood glucose levels only

• Assessing kidney function by measuring serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen levels.

What are the key components of a Liver Panel test?

• GGT, albumin, INR, cholesterol levels

• LDH, amylase, lipase, creatinine levels

• ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin levels

• HDL, LDL, triglycerides, glucose levels

How is a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) different from a Renal Panel?

• BMP assesses metabolism and electrolytes, while Renal Panel evaluates kidney function and electrolytes.

• Renal Panel assesses metabolism and electrolytes

• BMP and Renal Panel are used interchangeably

• BMP evaluates kidney function and electrolytes

What are the typical tests included in a Thyroid Panel?

• TSH, T2, T4

• TSH, T3, T4

• T2, T3, T4

• TSH, T3, T5