Additional Questions Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is the OGTT test used for?
A
Diagnosing diabetes by measuring glucose tolerance at timed intervals.
2
Q
How is the OGTT performed?
A
Patient fasts 10–12 hours, baseline blood drawn, glucose drink given, then blood drawn hourly.
3
Q
What is the PKU test?
A
Heel stick test for newborns to detect phenylketonuria within 72 hours of birth.
4
Q
What is tested in an ABG sample?
A
Blood pH, CO2, O2, Bicarbonate levels.
5
Q
What additive is used for ABG collection?
A
Heparin (usually in Green Top)
6
Q
What is Chain of Custody?
A
A process ensuring legal integrity of samples for drug/forensic testing.
