Specimen Handling and Processing

Question 1

Computer Uses in Healthcare

Answer 1

manage data, monitor pt vital signs, aids in diagnosis

Question 2

Computer Network

Answer 2

a group of computers linked for purpose of sharing resources

Question 3

RAM

Answer 3

Random Access Memory. serves as temp storage for data that will be lost when the computer is shut off

Question 4

ROM

Answer 4

Read-Only Memory. internal hard drive memory in CPU

Question 5

HIS

Answer 5

Hospital Information System. a middleware program that accepts data downloaded from POCT instruments and allows an interface between analyzers and the hospital computer system

Question 6

Laboratory Informatics

Answer 6

the specialized application of information tech to optimize lab operations

Question 7

LIS

Answer 7

Laboratory Information System. a customized software package designed to facilitate a variety of workflow models in the lab

Question 8

RFID

Answer 8

another form of computer identification tech that can be scanned to retrieve identifying info and wireless track a product or person

Question 9

Interface

Answer 9

connection for the purpose of interaction

Question 10

Preexamination

Answer 10

actions prior to testing

Question 11

Examination

Answer 11

actions taken during testing

Question 12

Transportation of Specimens

Answer 12

When transferring specimens ensure that you handle and transport carefully and quickly and with the transported stopper up

Question 13

Aerosol

Answer 13

a fine mist of specimen

Question 14

Common Reason for specimen rejection

Answer 14

hemolysis, QNS, clotting

Question 15

Photosensitive

Answer 15

sensitive to light

Question 16

Centrifuge

Answer 16

a machine that spins blood tubes at high rpm. The centrifugal force separates cells & plasma or serum

Question 17

Central/Specimen Processing

Answer 17

screening and prioritizing area where specimens are received and prepared for testing

Question 18

QNS

Answer 18

quantity not sufficient

Question 19

Thermolabile

Answer 19

altered or destroyed by heat

Question 20

Precentrifugation

Answer 20

the phase of testing that is after specimen collection and prior to centrifugation

Question 21

Postcentrifugation

Answer 21

the phase of testing that is after centrifugation and before removal of serum or plasma

Question 22

Aliquot

Answer 22

a portion of specimen used for testing

Question 23

Critical/Panic Value

Answer 23

significantly abnormal test results that could indicate a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention by the physician

Question 24

IATA

Answer 24

International Air Transport Association