Hematology Review

What is the study of blood and the tissues that produce it called?

• Hematology

• Cardiology

• Neurology

• Dermatology

What are lab tests performed on blood commonly used for?

• To verify or rule out a suspected diagnosis

• To measure blood pressure

• To check for bone density

• To test for allergies

What is one of the most common diagnostic tools in the doctor's office?

• Blood analysis

• X-ray

• MRI

• Ultrasound

What is one of the roles of a Medical Assistant (MA)?

• Performing surgeries

• Collecting the specimen

• Prescribing medication

• Diagnosing diseases

Within what scope can a Medical Assistant (MA) perform laboratory testing?

• Outside their scope of practice

• Within their scope of practice

• Only under direct supervision

• Only in emergency situations

Why must a Medical Assistant (MA) know normal values?

• To prescribe medication

• To understand what test results reveal

• To diagnose diseases

• To perform surgeries

What should be included in the patient's electronic medical record for reviewing laboratory test results?

• Only abnormal values

• Only normal values

• At least two abnormal values and at least two normal values

• Only the most recent test values

What is the first step in the method for differentiating between normal and abnormal test values?

• Document the patient’s record

• Highlight any abnormal results

• Review incoming lab results and compare with reference values

• Follow the physician’s orders regarding scheduling appointments

According to the procedure, when should results be released to the patient?

• Immediately after the test

• When the patient requests them

• Only when authorized by the physician

• After documenting the results

What should be done after highlighting any abnormal results per facility policy?

• Schedule a follow-up appointment

• Obtain the patient’s electronic medical record and alert the physician

• Document the patient’s record

• Release the results to the patient