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What is a sensitivity test?

A sensitivity test identifies which antibiotic will effectively treat a bacterial infection by growing specimens on culture media.

What does CLIA stand for?

CLIA stands for Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments.

What are the three categories of CLIA tests?

Waived Tests, Moderate Complexity Tests, High Complexity Tests.

What does it mean if a test is CLIA-waived?

The test is simple, low-risk, and commonly performed in doctors' offices.

Give examples of CLIA-waived tests.

Urinalysis, Pregnancy tests, Strep tests, Influenza tests, COVID tests.

Why do we perform quality control (QC) in laboratories?

To ensure accuracy, precision, and reliability of testing instruments.

What is the chemical name for bleach?

Sodium hypochlorite.

What are CaviWipes used for?

Disinfectant wipes used to clean surfaces between patients.

What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

A document that provides information on chemical hazards, safety precautions, and first aid procedures.

What do the colors on a chemical label diamond represent?

Red: Flammability, Blue: Health Hazard, Yellow: Reactivity/Stability Hazard, White: Special Hazard Information.

What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection?

Washing your hands.

What does it mean when a test is ordered STAT?

It must be performed and reported immediately.

What are the most common specimens collected in a medical office?

Blood, Urine, Swabs.

What information should be included on a specimen label?

Patient ID, Date and time of collection, Your initials, Specimen type.

What is a chain of custody?

A legal document used to track specimens for drug tests or court cases.

What is a centrifuge used for?

To separate solids from liquids.

What does an incubator do?

Maintains specimens at a specific temperature (95°F to 98.6°F).

What is Urinalysis?

A laboratory test that examines a sample of urine to detect various substances.

What is Quantitative Analysis?

Measures the exact amount or concentration of a substance in a sample.

What is Collective Analysis?

Evaluates multiple data points to form a comprehensive understanding.

What is a Chemistry Profile (or Panel)?

A group of blood tests that measure various substances to assess body function.

What is an Analyte?

The specific substance or chemical being measured in a laboratory test.

What is Hematology?

Hematology is the branch of medicine that studies blood, blood-forming organs, and blood-related disorders.