FREE NPA Laboratory Practices & Specimen Handling Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the correct procedure for handling blood specimens?

Accepted Answer

Refrigerate blood specimens immediately

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Store blood specimens at room temperature

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Store blood specimens in a freezer

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Leave specimens exposed to light

Question 2

What is the primary reason for properly labeling blood specimens?

Accepted Answer

To ensure proper test analysis

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To keep the laboratory clean

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To speed up the testing process

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To reduce costs for the laboratory

Question 3

What is the best practice for transporting specimens to the laboratory?

Accepted Answer

Transport specimens in a biohazard bag with appropriate refrigeration

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Use the quickest method possible, regardless of temperature

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Transport specimens at room temperature in an open container

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Transport specimens without any protective packaging

Question 4

What should be done if a blood specimen is clotted?

Accepted Answer

Refrigerate it before re-collecting

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Discard the specimen immediately

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Test the sample anyway

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Add more blood to the specimen

Question 5

How can contamination of a blood specimen be prevented?

Accepted Answer

By properly cleaning the site before blood collection

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By using a separate needle for each patient

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By avoiding gloves during specimen collection

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By reusing needles after sterilization

Question 6

What is the correct way to handle a blood specimen that has been exposed to extreme temperatures?

Accepted Answer

Allow the specimen to warm up to room temperature before testing

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Freeze the specimen to preserve it

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Discard the specimen immediately

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Heat the specimen to a boiling point

Question 7

How should blood specimens be stored for long-term preservation?

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In a refrigerated area or a freezer for long-term storage

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In a warm, dry place

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In direct sunlight to prevent bacterial growth

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At room temperature in an open container

Question 8

What is the purpose of using anticoagulants in blood specimens?

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To preserve blood plasma for testing

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To reduce the volume of blood collected

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To improve the color of the blood sample

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To increase blood flow during collection

Question 9

What is the role of specimen handling in ensuring the accuracy of test results?

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Proper handling ensures accurate and reliable test results

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Specimen handling does not affect test accuracy

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Specimen handling only affects the timing of test results

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Incorrect handling can sometimes improve test accuracy