Phlebotomy Quiz

What color tube is typically used for a Complete Blood Count (CBC)?

• Red

• Green

• Lavender

• Yellow

Which color tube contains sodium citrate and is commonly used for coagulation tests?

• Blue

• Green

• Red

• Gray

What is the primary vein used for blood draws in the antecubital area?

• Cephalic vein

• Basilic vein

• Median cubital vein

• Radial vein

If the median cubital vein is not accessible, what is the second choice for blood draw?

• Basilic vein

• Cephalic vein

• Radial vein

• Dorsal hand vein

What is the last choice of vein in the antecubital fossa if other veins are not accessible?

• Median cubital vein

• Basilic vein

• Cephalic vein

• Femoral vein

What color tube is used for glucose testing and typically contains potassium oxalate or sodium fluoride?

• Green

• Gray

• Lavender

• Yellow

Which needle gauge is most commonly used for adult venipuncture?

• 16 gauge

• 18 gauge

• 21 gauge

• 25 gauge

What color tube is used for blood cultures?

• Yellow

• Lavender

• Blue

• Green

Which vein in the hand is sometimes used for blood draws if antecubital veins are inaccessible?

• Median cubital vein

• Basilic vein

• Dorsal hand veins

• Cephalic vein

What color tube is often used for serum chemistry tests?

• Red or gold

• Lavender

• Green

• Gray