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WorksheetsUnits 5 and 6 Practice Questions
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which of the following lists the correct steps in order for preparing a (Wedge method) manual slide smear?
1. Blood Collection, 2. Slide Preparation using the wedge method, 3. Drying by air-drying
1. Slide Preparation, 2. Blood Collection, 3. Drying
1. Drying, 2. Blood Collection, 3. Slide Preparation
1. Blood Collection, 2. Drying, 3. Slide Preparation
Which of the following best describes chain of custody?
Documenting specimen handling to ensure legal integrity and validity.
A random process of handling specimens with no documentation.
Only labeling specimens without tracking who handled them.
An unrelated procedure for quality control in labs.
Which sequence is correct for collecting a blood culture?
Preparation, Skin Cleansing, Collection (aerobic then anaerobic), Labeling, Transport
Skin Cleansing, Preparation, Collection (anaerobic then aerobic), Labeling, Transport
Preparation, Collection (aerobic then anaerobic), Skin Cleansing, Labeling, Transport
Transport, Preparation, Skin Cleansing, Collection (aerobic then anaerobic), Labeling
Blood gas tests can be stored at room temp for 15-30 mins or in an ice slurry for ________.
1 hr
30 mins
45 mins
2 hrs
List the requirements for blood donation.
Donor must be at least 17 years old (or with parental consent in some regions). Minimum weight of 110 pounds (50 kg). Donation at least 56 days apart.
Donor must be at least 21 years old. Minimum weight of 100 pounds (45 kg). Donation at least 30 days apart.
Donor must be at least 16 years old. Minimum weight of 120 pounds (55 kg). Donation at least 70 days apart.
Donor must be at least 18 years old with no weight requirement. Donation at least 90 days apart.
What are the required lab levels and time frame for an autologous transfusion?
Hemoglobin at least 11 g/dL. Procedure must be at least 72 hours after donation.
Hemoglobin at least 12 g/dL. Procedure must be performed immediately after donation.
Hemoglobin at least 10 g/dL. Procedure must be 96 hours after donation.
Hemoglobin at least 11 g/dL. Procedure must be at least 48 hours after donation.
What is the time frame for newborn screening?
Newborn screening is typically performed within the first 24 to 48 hours of life.
Newborn screening is typically performed immediately after birth.
Newborn screening is typically performed at one week of age.
Newborn screening is typically performed at one month of age.
What antiseptic is used to collect a BAC?
Use chlorhexadine and not isopropyl alcohol.
Use isopropyl alcohol and not chlorhexadine.
Use 70% ethanol instead.
No antiseptic is necessary during sample collection.
Which of the following details must be included on the chain of custody form?
Only identification of the specimen and observations
Only date and time of collection, and signature of the collector
Identification of the specimen, Date and time of collection, Name of the individual who collected the specimen, Signature of the collector, Any observations made during collection, Transfer details
None of the above
What is a pretesting requirement for a Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)?
Fasting for 8-12 hours before the test.
Consuming a heavy meal just before the test.
Drinking sugary beverages right before the test.
Engaging in vigorous exercise on the day of the test.
Which option correctly states the difference between a throat swab and a buccal swab?
Throat swab involves swabbing the back of the throat and tonsils for conditions like strep throat; Buccal swab involves swabbing the inner cheek to collect cells for DNA testing.
Throat swab involves swabbing the inner cheek for DNA collection; Buccal swab involves swabbing the throat for conditions like strep throat.
Throat swab and Buccal swab are performed in the same manner.
Throat swab is used for DNA testing; Buccal swab is used for detecting throat infections.
What is the legal limit for BAC in the U.S.?
0.08% (80mg/100 ml) for drivers aged 21 and over.
0.05% (50mg/100 ml) for all drivers.
0.10% (100mg/100 ml) for all drivers.
0.12% (120mg/100 ml) for drivers aged 21 and over.
Which specimens require a specific temperature and should be kept using a heat source, heat block, ice slurry, refrigerator, or freezer?
A) Thermolabile Specimens
B) Photosensitive Specimens
C) Body Temp Specimens
What are the types of urine collections?
Random, Timed, Midstream Clean-Catch, Catheterized
Random, Timed, Spot, and Clean-Catch
Timely, Curved, Clean, and Catheterized
Random, Timed, Catheterized, and Spot
Coagulation tests should be analyzed within ________ except Prothrombin time (PT) 24 hrs.
1 hr
12 hrs
48 hrs
3 hrs
What is the normal range of Hematocrit for men?
41% - 53%
30% - 40%
55% - 60%
38% - 46%
Which of the following are types of drug testing?
Workplace drug testing
Sports drug testing
Neonatal drug testing
All of the above
What is the normal range of White Blood Cell Count?
4,000-11,000 cells per µL
11,000-20,000 cells per µL
2,000-8,000 cells per µL
20,000-30,000 cells per µL
What form is needed for urine drug testing?
Chain of custody form. This form tracks the sample from collection through testing and helps ensure the integrity of the specimen.
Consent form. It only authorizes the testing procedure.
Medical history form. It collects patient health details for drug testing.
Specimen submission form. It documents the sample submission process.
What is the normal range of Hematocrit for women?
36% - 48%
30% - 40%
42% - 55%
50% - 65%
