CSC Documentation & Record Keeping 5

Question 1

Under DOT rules, what is the maximum time allowed between a collection and the specimen's shipment to the laboratory?

Accepted Answer

Within the same business day or as soon as possible

Answer

DOT regulations require that specimens be shipped to the laboratory as soon as possible, generally on the same business day they are collected.

Question 2

What information must a collector log in the collection site's logbook or electronic system for each collection?

Accepted Answer

Date, time, donor ID used, and specimen ID number at minimum

Answer

At minimum, the collection site log must record the date, time, type of ID presented, and specimen ID number for each collection performed.

Question 3

A donor requests a copy of their drug test result. Who is the correct entity to provide this?

Accepted Answer

The Medical Review Officer (MRO)

Answer

The MRO is the authorized individual to release verified test results to the donor upon request.

Question 4

When a collector documents a 'shy bladder' situation, what must be recorded?

Accepted Answer

The time collection began, attempts made, and referral to a physician for evaluation

Answer

Shy bladder documentation must include collection start time, attempts made, fluids consumed, and the referral of the donor to a physician for evaluation.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a 'fatal flaw' on the CCF that cannot be corrected?

Accepted Answer

No specimen ID number on the specimen bottle

Answer

The absence of a specimen ID number on the specimen bottle is a fatal flaw that requires the MRO to cancel the test.

(CSC) Certified Specimen Collector Practice Test

(CSC) Certified Specimen Collector Practice Test

CSC Documentation & Record Keeping 5