CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA) Practice Exam

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• What is the purpose of sodium citrate in the blood collection process?
• Which specimen would you expect to have a non-clotted characteristic?
• What occurs during the fibrinolysis process?
• True or False: Non-fermenters such as proteus sp. on a MAC plate appear colourless or transparent.
• What issue is indicated if a QC slide appears overly pink with faint nuclei after staining?
• What is the purpose of using a phenolic disinfectant in cleaning protocols?
• Which precaution is essential when handling 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin (NBF)?
• What color is typically associated with Blood Agar Plate (BAP)?
• What bacteria is often screened for in pregnant women?
• What are the two cytoplasmic stains used in a Pap stain?
• What does PROM stand for in obstetrics?
• Where should the Blood Bank Identification Number (BBIN) be placed?
• What is serum primarily constituted of after the clot is made?
• What is the normal range for neutrophils in the blood?
• What primary component gives blood its color?
• What terms are used to describe the concepts of therapeutic effect?
• What is the primary function of a neutral density filter in microscopy?
• Which statement is true about E.coli on a MAC plate?
• What is TM (Thayer Martin Broth) primarily used for?
• Which process involves bringing sections to water after dehydration?
• What impact does anticoagulant use have on blood samples?
• In chemistry, what does the term 'limit load' refer to?
• What is the smallest needle size commonly used in venipuncture?
• When a repeat PT is ordered for a patient with a high hematocrit, which adjustment may need to be made?
• Which specimen would be considered unsuitable?
• What type of blood collection results from using green heparin tubes?
• What is a key feature of sectional methods for tissue examination?
• What is the primary function of basophils in the immune response?
• What is the effect of using filtration in the purification process?
• What type of label information must not contradict standardized information?
• What is the primary use of cytocentrifugation in cytopreparation?
• Which deficiency is indicated by a prolonged APTT?
• List the organisms from smallest to largest.
• What happens if fixation is not performed properly during specimen preparation?
• Where should the BBIN armband or bracelet be placed?
• What should be the focus when managing a patient's drug regimen?
• What is a common cause for false-negative results in cultures?
• What does the term "tolerant" refer to in a laboratory context?
• What is the fixative and diluent used in the Romanowsky stain?
• Which of the following is a physiological reason for leukocytosis?
• What is Eosin Azure primarily used for in a Pap stain?
• What does dehydration in a laboratory context refer to?
• What is the first step in the hydration process?
• What is Protocol A primarily used for in the cleaning of an instrument?
• Which type of test typically requires the transport of specimens at specific temperature conditions?
• What is the primary aim of disinfection?
• What is the correct procedure for using puncture-proof gloves during a spill cleanup?
• What occurs during the hydration phase after removing xylene?
• What causes arterial thrombosis?
• What is the recommended storage method for chemicals?
• What common mistake can occur during the collection of blood samples?
• What does Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT) primarily monitor?
• Why are persons with leukemia more susceptible to diseases?
• What technique should be followed when performing a capillary collection on an infant?
• What kind of specimens are typically prepared using a sediment smear?
• What is the primary purpose of using EDTA in blood samples?
• What contents are found in Non-Gynecological Fluid Specimens?
• Which method is considered the best and most common for preserving urine samples?
• Which of the following is a specimen type for hematology?
• What specimens are collected during a lumbar puncture?
• What does "chain of custody" refer to in the context of specimen handling?
• What must be done to protect amniotic fluid from light?
• What does it indicate if colonies are not located on the streak line?
• What role do monocytes play in the immune system?
• The specimen required for the diagnosis of leukemia is?
• Which component of a WHMIS label identifies the product name?
• What is the purpose of decontamination?
• When absorbing blood spills with paper towels, what direction should you pour the disinfectant?
• What is bacteremia?
• How are Gynecological Pap smears predominantly collected?
• What is the preservative used for stool samples for ova and parasite examination?
• Why is it advised not to poke the back of the heel?
• What quantity of urine is typically collected for urinalysis?
• True or False: Scooping blood off the finger can cause hemolysis during capillary punctures.
• What does Risk Level 1 indicate?
• What two questions must a phlebotomist ask the patient prior to blood collection?
• True or False: Lab staff can perform quality control verification on Point of Care Testing (POCT) analyzers.
• What defines an immunocompromised patient?
• What are Gynecological Specimens primarily used for?
• When would a serum iron test most likely be ordered by a physician?
• During the Gram stain process, after rinsing with water, what is used as a mordant?
• At what temperature is paraffin kept in a molten state during processing?
• What is the primary function of differential media in microbiology?
• What is often a physical property of SAB media important for fungal cultures?
• Which is the correct order of draw for capillary samples?
• Which statement best describes a "peak level" in medication management?
• Which fingers are typically used for capillary puncture?
• What is a characteristic property of the primary standard that distinguishes it from secondary standards?
• True or False: Fastidious bacteria require organic growth factors.
• How should a cassette be labeled according to standard procedures?
• What is the significance of cell counts and morphology in body fluids analysis?
• Which of the following organisms is commonly tested using a skin scraping?
• How is ferritin level typically affected in patients with iron deficiency anemia?
• What is the primary purpose of a suprapubic tap urine collection?
• What type of oxidizing agents are included in Class D?
• What is the role of a fixative in the staining process?
• What information should be included on a pathology specimen container label?
• What is the largest needle size typically used in venipuncture?
• Which type of information is included in the Health Information Access (HIA)?
• When should handwashing occur for patients in reverse isolation?
• What is the first step when preparing to collect a sample from a "sun-tanning" baby?
• What type of blood cell disorder is leukemia?
• Can temperatures below freezing hemolyze whole blood?
• What is a sediment in a laboratory context?
• What is the ideal pH for acidification of urine samples in timed collections?
• What does TDM stand for in the medical field?
• True or False: A normal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) sample is clear and colorless.
• What is the technique used for catheter urine collection?
• What does specific gravity measure?
• Why might some lids on fungal cultures be taped?
• Which of the following is NOT a method to break the chain of infection?
• The PHN on a requisition does not match the specimen on a PT test order. This is an example of what type of error?
• Who is most commonly affected by Hemophilia A?
• What is the purpose of a counterstain?
• What kind of environment does Enriched Media create for bacteria?
• What condition is characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells?
• Does hemoglobin primarily function to transport iron throughout the body?
• Which section is not included in the SDS?
• What is the formula for density?
• What would be the expected appearance of a properly stained slide?
• What function does the blue filter serve in a microscope?
• What is an important aspect of analyzing bone marrow aspirates?
• Which capillary site should be avoided when performing a puncture?
• What is the purpose of using a spill kit when handling 10% NBF?
• What is the primary use of sodium fluoride in blood collection tubes?
• What kind of waste is categorized under contaminated sharps?
• What key difference distinguishes reticulocytes from regular red blood cells?
• What value does TIBC generally have in iron deficiency anemia?
• True or False: In refraction, light travelling from a less dense medium to a more dense medium slows down.
• Which class of flammable materials includes paper and wood?
• Which transport media is selective for Neisseria?
• If a smear appears too blue, what does this indicate about the pH of the buffer?
• In a mid-stream catch urine collection, what is a key step that must be followed?
• If a blood film is too thin, what is typically the cause?
• What does an increase in WBC count typically indicate?
• What indicates that a Gram stain result shows purple cocci and bacilli?
• What determines the appropriate specimen storage duration in chemistry?
• Before which stage does the team typically form initial relationships?
• When meningitis is suspected, which type of specimen is typically received for processing?
• Which of the following is a common characteristic of solid media?
• What is the primary purpose of functional quality control checks on laboratory plates?
• What color biomedical waste container is designated for microbiological waste?
• What is the recommended procedure for Protocol C when cleaning an instrument?
• True or False: Liquid-based cytology vials are sent to the Chemistry department for testing.
• What is the purpose of Amies Transport Media?
• Which of the following describes semi-critical items?
• Is it true that if the nucleus is not acidic, it does not attract methylene blue, which is basic?
• Which of the following is an example of a semi-critical item?
• What purpose does hematocrit serve in clinical practice?
• What primarily determines the effectiveness of quantitative transfer?
• What does dysuria refer to?
• Which of the following is primarily used for transfusion medicine testing?
• How should 10% NBF be disposed of?
• How long should a blood sample collected in an SST be allowed to clot?
• Which method does NOT remove volatile impurities during purification?
• How often should blood cultures be collected if approved by microbiologists?
• What primary purpose do resin beads serve in blood culture bottles?
• What does a Q-Score evaluate?
• What happens during hemolyzed blood collection?
• What is Dispersion in the context of light?
• What is the purpose of conducting a hemoglobin test?
• What is the primary function of Bartholin's gland?
• What defines Nutrient Media in microbiological culture?
• What is the definition of par focal in microscopy?
• What does SDS stand for?
• Which vein is considered best for a hand collection?
• When is a capillary puncture recommended?
• What phenomenon occurs when white light passes through a prism?
• What is the function of chloride salts in Amies Transport Media?
• What is the purpose of a Urea Breath Test?
• Which factor deficiency is most commonly associated with Hemophilia A?
• What color do slides appear after the bluing step of the Pap stain procedure?
• What type of container is used as a secondary container for packing specimens?
• What are the two most common forms of culture media used in laboratories?
• What does BAP stand for in media terminology?
• What is a defining feature of CAP (CHOC) media?
• Is it true that a stained slide will appear pink at a more alkaline pH?
• Which color of light bends the most when passing through a prism?
• What does the term "clean catch" refer to in urine collection?
• What is the primary function of enrichment media in microbiological practices?
• What is the primary purpose of mounting in histology?
• True or False: Institutions decide on the length of time for how long they would keep a specimen.
• In the context of cytology, how much fixative should a tissue specimen be placed in?
• What is Sodium Polyatholesulfonate (SPS) commonly used for?
• What is the primary application of Sodium Citrate in laboratory testing?
• What type of solutions are strong acid or base stock solutions classified as?
• Which specimen type is collected normally without additional sterile sites?
• What property does a large orifice in a serological pipette offer?
• Which specimen is associated exclusively with fungal cultures?
• What is the definition of supernatant in a laboratory context?
• What is the first step in cleaning up a blood and body fluid spill?
• Which statement about xylene storage is accurate?
• What does a properly collected blood sample ensure?
• What is a potential risk when collecting blood from a patient with thrombotic tendencies?
• What defines reverse osmosis in purification methods?
• What must be done during the dehydration step of the Pap stain procedure?
• Which type of pipette is considered the most accurate?
• What does WHMIS stand for?
• What is a common cause of chronic anemia?
• What is spherical aberration?
• What does neutropenia indicate regarding a patient's health?
• True or False: Bouin's fluid contains Picric acid and can explode if left dry.
• How should 10% NFB be disposed of?
• What does inter pupillary distance refer to in microscopy?
• What are the basic treatment steps of tissue for bright field microscopy in order?
• What is the primary reason for using gauze pads instead of cotton balls during capillary punctures?
• What substance can be used to preserve urine in microbiology?
• True or False: Human anatomical waste is incinerated?
• What is the significance of storing agar plates upside down during incubation?
• Which of the following techniques would NOT typically lead to erroneous results in urine testing?
• What does edema refer to in a clinical context?
• What is the purpose of Acid-Citrate-Dextrose (ACD) in blood collection?
• True or False: TDG legislation sets rules for the transport of laboratory specimens.
• What is the minimum time a sample should remain in fixation?
• When collecting blood from a baby, what is the recommended action regarding their position?
• What is defined as the spreading out of light rays after they encounter an opening?
• What is one of the characteristics of hydrophobic mounting mediums?
• What type of container is typically used for collecting CDT samples?
• What are E-Swabs effective for?
• Which growth factor is critical for the survival of certain bacteria?
• What is a skin scraping?
• What does fibrinolysis refer to?
• How is sediment prepared in the Cell Block method for centrifuged specimens?
• What characterizes iron deficiency anemia?
• What is cystitis?
• What does the term 'QS' refer to in solution preparation?
• What does "par central" mean in microscopy?
• What does a higher numerical aperture indicate?
• Pleural fluid collected in an EDTA tube is primarily analyzed in which department?
• What is the role of applying a gauze pad after blood collection?
• Which staining method is specifically noted for identifying M. Tuberculosis?
• True or False: Fastidious organisms can cause pneumonia.
• What should be done with the isolette after blood collection from a baby?
• Which type of transmission involves the transfer of pathogens through droplets?
• What function does the condenser lens system perform?
• Which type of sample is not typically used for direct smears?
• What is the term for corrective lenses that combine three colors?
• Which of the following is considered biological waste?
• Which area should be avoided when performing hand collections?
• What is a primary function of the Health Protection Branch of Health Canada?
• In what situation would the color of the cytoplasm become colorless?
• What is one function of Eosin Azure when applied to mature cells?
• What does fixation in cytology aim to do?
• What is the primary purpose of an amber microtainer?
• If an error occurs during specimen preparation, at which stage can it not be rectified?
• What is true regarding a first catch urine collection?
• How is anemia determined in a laboratory setting?
• Which test is a part of the routine CBC (complete blood count)?
• What is the cause of a lopsided blood film?
• What type of specimen is typically transported on charcoal media?
• Which factor could lead to acute anemia?
• What does numerical aperture measure?
• What defines normality in a solution?
• What is a Mohr pipette?
• What is the definition of Refraction?
• What is an important consideration when dealing with large spills?
• What is typically the nature of Hemophilia B compared to Hemophilia A?
• Which item is indicative of a lower quality specimen based on a Q-Score?
• What role does molar mass play in the calculations of moles?
• What substance is found in the purple tubes used for blood collection?
• What type of cells are predominant in leukemic individuals?
• Which of the following statements is accurate regarding urine collection procedures?
• Which statement best describes first morning urine collection?
• Why are blood gas tests typically performed?
• True or False: Transport logs for specimens are typically created manually.
• In which lab department would you find assays testing a variety of infectious agents?
• Which type of culture media is specifically designed to grow fastidious organisms?
• What additive is present in the lavender tube used for blood collection?
• Why is it advised to avoid drawing blood from the side of a patient who has had a mastectomy?
• Why is it advisable to avoid collecting blood from a patient who has a fistula?
• When should a heel puncture be preferred over a finger puncture?
• What special medium is used to detect E. coli O157:H7?
• What is required from both identifiers before proceeding with a transfusion?
• What is the main purpose of embedding tissue in paraffin?
• Is it appropriate to apply a bandaid on a baby immediately after blood collection?
• What is the relationship between efficacy and dose efficacy?
• Which type of urine collection is recommended for bacterial culture?
• Which characteristic is essential for a good fixative?
• What is the term for the final phase in hemostasis where a fibrin mesh traps the clot?
• What can be identified by the presence of immature cells in a blood sample?
• What is the function of the gray tube in blood collection?
• What is the role of serum concentration in therapeutic drug monitoring?
• What standard is used for preparing a bacterial suspension for sensitivity testing?
• When is a butterfly needle typically used?
• What does the term “over staining” refer to in the context of regressive staining?
• Peritoneal fluid is commonly referred to as what?
• Which scenario requires the highest level of stringent sterile procedures?
• Which statement is true regarding eosinophil granules and hemoglobin?
• A random urine specimen collected at 0730 at a PCC and not examined until 1100 hours should be:
• What does the term "reflection" refer to in scientific terms?
• What indicates improper blood film preparation when observing long tails in the blood film?
• What is one characteristic of a random urine collection?
• What us the therapeutic index (TI) of a drug?
• How long should worksheets be stored according to laboratory standards?
• What is the definition of Mycosis?
• What is typically used to fix a smear for Gram staining?
• What is the correct order of draw for venipuncture?
• Which component does Cytospray typically consist of?
• What can body fluids indicate in a hematological test?
• What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
• What characterizes Gram Positive bacteria?
• What does differentiation achieve in tissue staining?
• Why do we mark a specimen during grossing?
• How should documentation be handled when collecting for NMS?
• What can DNA analysis detect in clinical specimens?
• What is one objective of the Pap stain?
• What condition necessitates the use of reverse isolation for patients?
• What characteristic of violet light contributes to its bending more than other colors?
• What best describes the main function of a urine preservative?
• What do Charcoal Swabs primarily neutralize?
• What is one method to correct Chromatic Aberration?
• What is the primary purpose of a transport log in a laboratory setting?
• Which method is used to support sterile collection procedures in hand collections?
• Which condition is assessed during sputum analysis for cytology?
• What characterizes primary hemostasis in the human body?
• Which of the following methods can correct spherical aberration?
• What are the three P's of transport for specimens?
• Which of the following is a correct characteristic of Chromagar?
• What is the formula for calculating moles?
• What should be done if a patient has an IV in their right arm while needing blood collected?
• What is the purpose of using vacuum infiltration?
• Which reagent is classified as a clearing agent?
• What benefit does avoiding unpleasant situations provide?
• What can influence the turbidity of a cerebrospinal fluid sample?
• What does NICU stand for?
• Which chemical property is most affected by limit load during an experiment?
• Which condition is most closely associated with the presence of Group B Strep?
• True or False: Liquid media is always planted before solid media.
• What are the four stages of teamwork?
• Why is it important to keep glassware clean in a laboratory setting?
• What is included in the SST (serum separator tube) golden and tiger tubes?
• In transfusion medicine, who can be a second identifier?
• True or False: The minimum time to fix tissue samples suspected of CJD is one week.
• How is quality control (QC) assessed with a MAC plate?
• What specific condition is required for Capnophilic organisms?
• How does hemoglobin relate to the identification of anemia?
• What type of culture is used to grow Mycobacterium species?
• What part of the microscope is directly affected when using immerse oil?
• What type of requisition is needed for a blood culture?
• What are volumetric pipettes primarily used for?
• Which specimen type is collected directly from a sterile site?
• What is a critical reason for monitoring the timing of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) collections?
• What type of testing is done for amniotic fluid to check for bilirubin levels?
• What defines a "bloody" specimen in histological terms?
• What part of the heel should be used for a heel puncture?
• What should be done after applying ink to a gross specimen?
• What must be assigned to a patient prior to a blood transfusion?
• What do incubators primarily provide for bacterial growth?
• Why is it important to label urine samples accurately?
• What is the outcome of proper tissue fixation?
• How many changes of 95% alcohol are used in the dehydration and clearing steps of the Pap stain procedure?
• What does Category A in TDG regulations cover?
• What is the primary agent used for deparaffinization?
• Which specimens should NEVER be refrigerated?
• What is the first step in the procedure for inking a gross specimen?
• What does the term "drying artifact" refer to in histology?
• What must be included on phlebotomy labels for accurate testing?
• What must be ensured when allowing blood to dry on NMS collection paper?
• What principal property should mounting media have in terms of refractive index?
• If neutrophils in a Gram stain are not pink, what has likely occurred?
• Which procedure is used to collect abnormal fluid accumulations in body cavities?
• Why do we use oil with microscopes?
• What is the site of hematopoiesis in an adult?
• True or False: Stool specimens should be kept refrigerated.
• How can a laboratory assistant check for a clot in an EDTA sample?
• What is the proper method of specimen disposal?
• What happens to a clinical specimen if it dries out?
• Which of the following is NOT a guideline when collecting NMS?
• True or False: Fixating the specimen does not change the color of the tissue.
• What lancet size is recommended for use on premature babies?
• What characterizes Risk Level 3 regarding individual and community risk?
• What section of the SDS provides information on first aid measures?
• Which property does fixation NOT aim to achieve in tissue specimens?
• How many times is cleaning xylene pumped in and out of the retort during maintenance?
• Which information is essential when labeling an aliquot?
• What is the most common fasting test performed in medical laboratories?
• What is a common indicator that a blood sample has clotted?
• In the N95 mask, what does the "N" denote?
• What can happen if a patient has excessively high levels of therapeutic drugs?
• What is one reason certain specimens cannot be refrigerated?
• Is point-of-care (POC) testing performed at the nursing station?
• When should a heel puncture be performed?
• Which of the following is not considered an appropriate mycology specimen?
• Why is proper filling of collection tubes critical in laboratory procedures?
• Which adjustment allows for the focusing of each eye independently in a microscope?
• What collection method is typically avoided for severely obese patients?
• To ensure accuracy in staining in future QC and patient slides, what adjustment should be made to the SOP?
• When is NMS typically conducted?
• Which method is used to perform quality control for an anaerobic jar?
• Which test is most commonly associated with the collection of a midstream urine sample?
• What is the function of acid alcohol in the differentiation process?
• What is the purpose of embedding in laboratory processes?
• Which characteristics does a pathologist need to describe when grossing a specimen?
• What is one of the primary functions of blood?
• True or False: We flag specimens that are known to be from a patient with Hepatitis, Tuberculosis, or AIDS.
• What is the recommended storage time for normal hematology slides?
• Which factor is least likely to affect the quality of urine samples?
• True or False: Warming a puncture site can help increase blood flow by 7 times.
• A hemoglobin level found to be 10% lower than the reference range is indicative of what condition?
• Which laboratory department handles the widest variety of specimen types?
• When is pigment removal typically performed in tissue preparation?
• What effect does Sodium Polyatholesulfonate (SPS) have during blood collection?
• Which step is critical for achieving appropriate staining of tissue components?
• Which of the following is NOT a set of precautions for disease transmission?
• When preparing a solution, what must be done with the volumetric flask after mixing?
• What urine collection method minimizes the effect of diurnal variation for testing?
• What is the optimal time frame for preparing blood smears in hematology?
• Which of the following represents special handling procedures for certain specimens?
• What does quality assurance for liquid media/tube media include?
• During the cleaning cycle in maintenance, the retort is heated to what temperature?
• What are the most common transfusion medicine tests that are requested?
• Which of the following is NOT a commonly accepted scientific prefix?
• What is the optimal angle to hold the spreader when making a blood film?
• Which of the prefixes represents one billion?
• Which grade of chemical is classified as the purest available?
• What is a BBIN in transfusion medicine?
• What is Protocol D when cleaning an instrument?
• What are the general tests conducted for fungal specimens?
• True or False: The same requisition is used for transfusion medicine as for blood cultures.
• True or False: Urine samples should be transported immediately after collection to avoid degradation.
• What does BHI broth provide in microbiology culture?
• What is a common consequence of not keeping laboratory glassware clean?
• What do red blood cells floating freely in plasma indicate?
• True or False: Urine specimens for Cytological examination should be a first morning catch.
• Which type of solutions does quantitative transfer apply to?
• Which of the following is a reason stool specimens might be collected?
• What does USP stand for in chemical grading?
• What is the risk classification for a moderate individual risk and low community risk?
• What is one common chemical used in urine preservation that is toxic?
• Which of the following best characterizes Non-Gynecological Specimens?
• What is progressive staining characterized by?
• What are special stains designed to demonstrate?
• Which vein is typically considered the best option for blood collection?
• True or False: Bacteria generally grow best at a pH of 7.0 to 7.5.
• Why is it essential to monitor therapeutic drugs?
• What is critical for the fill ratio in a blue stoppered tube?
• True or False: If a CSF specimen cannot be processed immediately, it should be refrigerated.
• True or False: The paraffin temperature in the processor is kept close to its melting point.
• True or False: Frozen specimens must be transported on dry ice.
• What does a sediment indicate in a laboratory sample?
• What is the last step in the Pap stain preparation process?
• Which statement best describes the process of fixation?
• Which of the following is a non-critical item?
• At what temperature does MRSA grow best?
• What does PID stand for in a medical context?
• Why do we twirl and tap the blood in the collection tube after a puncture?
• What is the first step when creating a quantitative solution with readily soluble dry chemical?
• What type of specimens are commonly tested when stool is sampled from areas containing blood and/or mucus?
• Which of the following is NOT a purpose of using oil on microscope lenses?
• Why are diabetics at an increased risk for infections?
• What is the normal range for basophils?
• What does the term polychromatic refer to in the context of staining?
• Which of the following factors does NOT affect the infiltration of wax?
• Why is it important to use a discard tube when collecting a critical draw with a butterfly needle?
• What is the definition of aerobes?
• What does a blood culture collection for adults consist of?
• What does lymphocytosis refer to in a clinical context?
• What is the typical time frame for culturing fungi?
• What is a characteristic of specimens from which Neisseria or Hemophilus are suspected?
• What is the primary function of neutrophils in the immune system?
• What does the process of "Blueing" specifically enhance in staining?
• What is the significance of a D-Dimer test in medical diagnostics?
• In preparing a QT solution with non-readily soluble dry chemicals, what is the first step?
• True or False: All specimens must always be transported on ice.
• Which specimen type requires a fixative at the site of collection?
• What might cause a Gram stain to be underdecolorized?
• What is the storage duration requirement for QC records?
• A specimen collected for chemistry is usually what type of sample?
• What is the primary reason the basilic vein is the last choice for blood collection?
• What is a suprapubic tap?
• What are the two most common collection errors in blood draws?
• What type of vacutainer tubes are typically collected in transfusion medicine?
• What characterizes Gram Negative Bacteria?
• What role does moisture play in bacterial growth?
• In which quadrant is the Staph streak primarily located?
• What does autolysis refer to?
• Which parameters are controlled by incubators in the laboratory?
• What effect does acetic acid have when added to ethanol in "bloody" specimens?
• How are leukemias classified?
• How long can urine samples be refrigerated before analysis?
• In the context of light behavior, what happens when light passes from a medium where it travels faster to a medium where it travels slower?
• True or False: In refraction, when light travels from a more dense medium to a less dense medium, it slows down.
• Which type of bacteria grows only in the absence of oxygen?
• What is quantitative transfer primarily used for?
• What is the therapeutic range of a drug?
• What is the function of Protocol B in cleaning instruments?
• What is the recommended position of fingers during a hand collection?
• Which of the following patients would NOT be considered immunocompromised?
• True or False: Blood specimen collection sites sort samples for transport based on the analysis location.
• What is septicaemia?
• Which type of media is used specifically for culturing anaerobic bacteria?
• In the chain of infection, what is the first element?
• What are the main ingredients in blood culture bottles that prevent clotting?
• True or False: If fastidious bacteria are suspected, specimens should always be refrigerated.
• Which step is NOT part of preparing a quantitative (QT) solution with readily soluble dry chemicals?
• What are special stains typically used for?
• True or False: Materials brought into a patient in reverse isolation must be decontaminated and sterile.
• What is a critical component in the 24-hour urine collection process?
• Which of the following is NOT a way to be exposed to chemical hazards?
• What does it indicate if a smear appears too red or pink?
• True or False: Gardia Iamblia is a protozoa that causes Beaver Fever.
• At what temperature does Campylobacter sp. grow best?
• What does KOH preparation specifically help to visualize?
• What lancet size is recommended for babies?
• What types of blood are found in capillary samples?
• What is the equation for resolving power in microscopy?
• What is the purpose of a Staph streak?
• Microaerophilic organisms grow best under what condition?
• What kind of information is typically required for workforce planning?
• Which component is specifically broken down to produce D-dimers?
• How does regressive staining differ from progressive staining?
• What is a primary reason for avoiding blood collection from a patient with a recent mastectomy?
• Which type of lens primarily causes Chromatic Aberration?
• What is the significance of cleaning the site with 70% alcohol prior to a capillary collection?
• True or False: Heat, vacuum, and pressure are used to increase processing time for tissue.
• What characterizes putrefaction?
• When should blood be collected for therapeutic drug monitoring and fasting specimens?
• When blood specimens show a milky appearance, what action is usually recommended?
• What are critical items in a medical laboratory context?
• What should laboratory staff do if they need to recycle 10% NFB?
• How much blood can typically be collected from a pediatric patient?
• Which components are primarily found in peripheral blood?
• What type of urine collection tube is recommended for culture and sensitivity testing?
• What type of media is a MAC plate classified as?
• What effect does Blueing have on stained tissue?
• What is the formula for calculating molarity?
• Why is the first drop of blood wiped away during capillary punctures?
• What is the purpose of preservation in cytoplasm specimens?
• What signal words are used to alert users to potential hazards?
• What causes the milky appearance of a lipemic specimen?
• What is a major function of lymphocytes in the immune system?
• How should agar plates be stored during incubation?
• What is an aseptic technique in laboratory practices?
• How many sections are there in an SDS?
• What is the main purpose of Orange G in a Pap stain?
• Which of the following indicates a normal response to a coagulation disorder?
• What are the additional requirements needed for a blood transfusion procedure?
• What is the primary advantage of using charcoal swabs?
• What is the significance of pH in first morning urine collection?
• What is meant by the term "trough level" in drug monitoring?
• What is the critical step in the deparaffinization process?
• What is the definition of refractive index?
• What medical condition may present with symptoms of anemia, easy bleeding, and a susceptibility to infections?
• What does the term "norming" refer to in teamwork?
• What is the most commonly used stain in hematology?
• What is the defining characteristic of facultative anaerobes?
• What is the primary consequence of hemolyzed blood requiring recollection?
• What is the effect of decreased resolution on microscopic images?
• What feature does Modified Thayer Martin (MTM) provide?
• True or False: Increased numerical aperture results in more light entering the lens and increases image detail.
• What type of infection is characterized by the presence of yeast?
• Which of the following procedures would ensure accurate results in a 24-hour urine collection?
• True or False: Anaerobic blood cultures are drawn before aerobic cultures.
• In Gram stain procedures, what does Safranin do?
• In a lab setting, which is true about the process of preparing a specimen for analysis?
• What conditions can Serology tests be used to diagnose?
• How many times should you invert most blood collection tubes after drawing?
• What is the primary purpose of Selective Media?
• Which of the following is NOT a criterion of a good mounting medium?
• Which of the following is a role of a fixative in histology?
• What type of substance is Eosin Azure composed of?
• What is the primary purpose of protective or reverse isolation?
• What anticoagulant is commonly used for blood cultures in microbiology?
• What condition can acute blood loss from serious trauma lead to?
• Which specimen types must always be refrigerated?
• What type of specimen does a red stoppered tube yield?
• The presence of what element is critical for the growth of Capnophilic organisms?
• What regulatory requirement applies to high-level disinfectants used in laboratories?
• What does the term "facultative anaerobe" refer to in microbiology?
• What is the main use of the PST (Plasma Separator Tube)?
• What is the definition of General Isolation?
• What disposal method is recommended for toxic or hazardous materials?
• What is the normal range for eosinophils in the blood?
• When should a collection fixative be used?
• What is the Risk Level 4 classification associated with?
• What defines a primary standard in analytical chemistry?
• True or False: Legal cases are identified and kept indefinitely.
• Which color of light bends the least during refraction?
• How is reverse isolation typically maintained in a healthcare setting?
• What does it mean when an organism is termed 'fastidious'?
• Which factors can vary when preparing cytoplasmic specimens?
• What are the two types of isolation in a medical context?
• Which substance is critical for assisting in the identification of specimen margins?
• What type of charge does eosin have as a dye?
• What are Helminths primarily classified as?
• How can a blood alcohol test be rightfully obtained?
• What is the consequence of not collecting specimens at the correct time?
• What type of bag is specifically used for paediatric urine collection?
• If bacterial growth in a THIO culture appears "cloudy throughout the liquid," how would this bacterium be classified with respect to its oxygen requirements?
• What is the optimal condition for anaerobic bacteria?
• Which of the following is a function of hemoglobin?
• Which condition is NOT typically detected by screening for occult blood?
• What is an N-Score used for in laboratory settings?
• What is the role of nutrient-rich broth in blood cultures?
• Which type of specimen has a recommended storage time of 42 days following transfusion?
• What is the term used to describe an unexpected period where a system is not operational?
• Which is a critical precaution during heel blood collection?
• What are the essential requirements for bacterial growth?
• Which of the following is a characteristic of 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin (NBF)?
• What are the three main steps involved in the staining process?
• What is one common pre-examination error in hematology related to specimen handling?
• Which disorder is characterized by uncontrolled production of a mutated clone of blood cells?
• What must be marked on blood culture bottles after collection?
• Which action is inappropriate when collecting blood for NMS?
• The Red Blood Cell count, Hemoglobin and Hematocrit are used to help identify what condition?
• What is the outcome if tissue blocks are thicker than recommended?
• What is the main factor to preserve urine specimens for analysis?
• What should urine samples be returned to before analysis if they have been refrigerated?
• What is the primary function of Sodium Citrate in blood collection?
• What is the main purpose of eosinophils in the immune system?
• How should Formalin be disposed of in a laboratory setting?
• What is the common size of a lancet used for capillary punctures?
• What defines Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy (FNA)?
• What is a true statement regarding fresh unfixed specimens?
• What does the term "selective media" refer to in microbiological practices?
• What is meant by the therapeutic effect?
• What is the first step in performing a Gram Stain?
• Why is demographic information included in patient records?
• Screening for occult blood in adults primarily targets the detection of which disease?
• What does the hematocrit test measure?
• Which of the following shapes can bacteria be found in?
• What major requirements are essential in a patient's requisition?
• What appearance does a lipemic specimen typically have?
• What is a key characteristic of a secondary standard?
• What is contained in the blue stoppered tube?
• In which collection tube would you expect to find an enzyme inhibitor?
• How long should microbiology samples be stored after the final report?
• Which of the following is NOT a symptom of anemia?
• What is Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease (CJD)?
• What is the term for the formation of a clot in deep tissue?
• What does the Law of Refraction state about light behavior?
• What characterizes the visual appearance of Staphylococcus epidermidis on MAC plates?
• What is the primary purpose of a 24-hour urine collection?
• True or False: The term 'dehydration' is included in the specimen processing stage.
• How is total magnification calculated?
• What does fixation prevent in cells within a hypotonic solution?
• True or False: Urine samples should ideally be examined within 2 hours of collection.
• What is a diopter adjust used for?
• In a standard hematocrit test, what is the main component being measured?
• What can result in Gram positive bacteria appearing like Gram negative?
• What is the primary function of transport collection systems in a laboratory?
• What components does the BBIN typically consist of?
• What is the correct disposal method for alcohol?
• What characteristic does Enriched Media provide to cultures?
• What does NMS specifically screen for?
• Three criteria for a properly made malarial smear include:
• True or False: Specimen collection timing is critical as it can affect patient treatment and health.
• What does Prothrombin Time (PT) help monitor?
• Which symptom would likely not be observed in an anemia patient?
• What is the recommended angle for venipuncture?
• What is the specific use of 80% alcohol in tissue processing?
• According to rounding rules, how should a number ending in 5 and preceded by an odd digit be treated?
• What is the component that makes culture media solid?
• What is the main purpose of fixation in histology?
• Which of the following is a proper technique for performing a capillary puncture?
• What is the function of a blow-out feature on a pipette?
• Which stain is most commonly used in cytology?
• Which of the following types of bacteria requires increased carbon dioxide for optimal growth?
• What does the Cell Block method involve?
• What type of dye is Hematoxylin classified as?
• What does monocytosis indicate in a patient?
• Is it true that heparin is administered parenterally?
• True or False: Sputum should be collected directly into a sterile container.
• What is collected through the procedure known as amniocentesis?
• What is the primary reason stool specimens are evaluated?
• Under what circumstances would a specimen warrant a recollection?
• What is a key characteristic of the PPE required in reverse isolation?
• When should blood cultures be drawn?
• What is the purpose of using a butterfly needle during blood collection?
• What essential information must be labeled on a urine container?
• What might fainting indicate in a patient with anemia?
• A gas-pack is primarily used to create which type of atmospheric conditions?
• True or False: Charcoal transport swabs are used for cervical swabs for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
• Which blood drawing site is least likely to cause damage to underlying structures?
• What is the proper technique for setting up a hand collection?
• What is the highest purity level of chemicals often referred to as?
• For which testing are E-Swabs particularly beneficial?
• What is the process called when blood cells are formed?
• What characterizes non-critical items?
• What is the appearance of air-dried specimens?
• What kind of results may be designated as STAT?
• When aliquoting a sample from an SST tube, what is the correct procedure?
• What does infiltration in histotechnology involve?
• What is the most effective preservative for fixing formed elements in urine?
• Which of the following is an advantage of using SAB media for fungal culture?
• When testing sputum, which of the following conditions may be assessed?
• What type of water is considered the purest form?
• What does osmolality measure in a solution?
• What should you do if the PHN on a requisition does not match the specimen for a CBCD test order?
• What should you do with water-reactive chemicals?
• What is the primary purpose of using UV lights on "sun-tanning" babies?
• What is not a suitable substitute for 95% alcohol in cytology?
• True or False: Most human pathogens grow best at near body temperature except for MRSA and Campylobacter sp.
• What is the first step in the Pap stain procedure?
• What term describes the condition of having excess fluid under the skin?
• Which type of water is suitable for qualitative procedures?
• What is the minimum storage duration for abnormal cytology cases?
• What is the normal range for monocytes in blood tests?
• What type of specimen is commonly associated with necrotizing fasciitis?
• Which of the following is not a component of WHMIS?
• Why is it important to consider the basal state when collecting therapeutic drug monitoring specimens?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the calculation of moles?
• What is the main purpose of performing a paracentesis?
• What does eosinophilia indicate about a patient's eosinophil levels?
• In sensitivity testing, what does a larger zone of inhibition indicate?
• Which tube is used for blood cultures?
• What is Chromatic Aberration?
• What is a satisfactory definition of Selective Media?
• What type of waste is typically excluded from the biological waste category?
• What does sterilization accomplish?
• What is a crucial step in the Thrombin/Plasma Cell Block Method?
• What is the purpose of immunohistochemistry stains?
• Is it true that UN3373 is often found on transport boxes in the laboratory?
• Which method of transmission involves pathogen transfer through a vector?
• What is the main purpose of collecting cytological specimens?
• What is an essential quality assurance (QA) standard for agar plates?
• During the Cell Block Prep for sputum, what is the primary fixative used?
• What is the minimum drainage time for volumetric pipettes?
• What is the main characteristic of plasma in blood collection?
• What should be done with the first drop of blood during a capillary collection?
• Which organism is not considered a parasite?
• How are cells differentiated in a laboratory setting?
• Which item could be classified as a critical item?
• What is an important characteristic of Gram negative bacteria?
• Which method is preferred for Direct Smear in Cytopreparation?
• What is the most common needle size used in venipuncture?
• What is the first step in the blood culture collection procedure?
• What is the definition of a hematoma?
• During cytology, which component is critical for preventing cell shrinkage when specimens are dehydrated?
• Why is it important to disinfect the puncture site and bottle tops twice?
• Which vein is considered the second best option for blood collection?
• Which of the following is a requirement for packaging specimens under TDG regulations?
• What is the definition of exudate?
• Which two stains are constituents of the routine hematology stain?
• What details are generally included in the description of a cytology specimen?
• What is Category B for TDG?
• What is the primary purpose of clearing in histotechnology?
• What is the required blood to anticoagulant ratio for accurate results in coagulation studies when using sodium citrate tubes?
• What do the regulations for Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) pertain to?
• What characterizes an icteric sample?
• In the proper order, which of the following media is listed correctly?
• What do Non-Gynecological Sputum Specimens typically contain?
• Which safety measure is essential when working with strong acid or base stock solutions?
• What is the purpose of Chromagar in microbiological testing?
• What additional step may be necessary when preparing a specimen for embedding?
• What is the maximum depth for a lancet used during heel punctures to prevent damage?
• Which media types are selective for gram-positive bacteria?
• What is the recommended limit for blood drawn from a child under 18 kg at a time?
• If a blood specimen is mixed too vigorously, which of the following cell types is most likely to be affected?
• What effect does increasing the density of a medium have on the speed of light passing through it?
• What is the role of rinsing the weigh container in solution preparation?
• What is a primary container used for packing specimens?
• For which type of testing is the red stoppered tube typically used?
• On a MAC plate, what does a pink coloration indicate?
• What type of urine sample is used for tumor cell analysis?
• What is used for cytoplasmic staining in the Pap stain procedure?
• What effect does 95% alcohol have on cells during fixation?
• Why are direct smears not typically used on throat swabs?
• Which of the following steps is not part of the dehydration process?
• A preserved 24-hour urine specimen with HCl is analyzed in which department?
• True or False: A deeper lancet depth is more advisable for premature or low birth-weight babies.