Phlebotomy Order of Draw Concepts

The video tutorial discusses the use of green tops in phlebotomy, focusing on their position in the order of draw, the additives they contain, and their advantages over SSTs in hospital settings. It also covers common tests performed with green tops and provides tips for phlebotomy interviews and exams.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• The use of lavender top tubes

• The history of phlebotomy

• The importance of blue top tubes

• The order of draw in phlebotomy

Where does the green top tube fall in the order of draw?

• First

• Third

• Fifth

• Seventh

What is the primary function of the additive in green top tubes?

• To change temperature

• To increase volume

• To prevent clotting

• To enhance color

Why are green tops preferred in hospitals over SSTs?

• They are more colorful

• They require less blood

• They are cheaper

• They provide faster results

Which of the following tests is commonly associated with green top tubes?

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)

• Basic Metabolic Panel

• Lipid Profile

• Blood Culture

What is a key advantage of using green tops for chemistry tests?

• They are reusable

• They require no centrifugation

• They can be used for hematology

• They allow immediate processing

What should you do with green top tubes once collected in a hospital setting?

• Send them to hematology

• Discard them

• Take them to chemistry

• Store them in a freezer

Which test requires a green top tube to be kept on ice?

• Cholesterol

• Calcium

• Glucose

• Ammonia

In a phlebotomy interview, what might you be asked about the order of draw?

• The cost of each tube

• The sequence of tube usage

• The history of phlebotomy

• The color of the tubes

What is the correct order of draw if a CBC and Protime are ordered?

• Red first, then green

• Green first, then red

• Blue first, then lavender

• Lavender first, then blue