phlebotomy Flashcards

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1
Q

what is phlebotomy?

A

the process of making an incision in a vein to draw blood

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2
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how is phlebotomy achieved?

A

venipuncture

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3
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what are the colours of tubes containing anticoagulants?

A

red - no additive
yellow - SST
purple - EDTA
blue - sodium citrate
gray - oxalate
green - heparin

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