Drug Testing and Medical Technology Exam Review

These flashcards cover key questions and answers from the lecture notes relating to drug testing and medical technology, crucial for exam preparation.

What is commonly referred to as "Ice" in drug terminology?

siopao

Who appoints the 3-man commission of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)?

The President of the Republic of the Philippines.

How long should negative drug test results be retained in the laboratory?

Minimum of 15 days.

What is the purpose of PD 223?

Creation of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).

Which combination of powers do the Professional Regulatory Boards (PRBs) possess?

They perform administrative, quasi-legislative, and quasi-judicial functions.

In CMO 14 series of 2006, during which school year do the Standards and Guidelines for Medical Technology Education take effect?

2006 to 2007.

What is the penalty for accessories involved in manipulating board exam results?

Imprisonment ranging from 6 years to 12 years.

What are the requirements for personnel in screening DTL?

At least a holder of a relevant degree and experience as an analyst.

What act is also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act?

RA 9165.

What percentage of accumulated absences in hospital laboratory training is considered grounds for repeat internship?

20%.

which act is also known as the Dangerous Drug Act?

RA 6425.

What are the requirements for an applicant's internship?

Physical exam, drug testing, chest X-ray, and laboratory exams.

What instructional standard percentage is required for the professional licensure performance rating?

75% of the national passing rate for the last 5 years.

Who manages the custody and control of dangerous drugs as per the Dangerous Drugs Act?

PDEA (Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency).

What is the composition of PRC?

A chairperson, co-chairs, and members.

How many powers of the PRBs are enumerated in Section 5 of PD 223?

46 powers.

What does the term "cut-off level" in drug testing refer to?

A threshold level set by NRL for drug test results.

How is cryoprecipitate prepared?

By repeatedly thawing fresh frozen plasma between 1-6 degrees Celsius and refreezing it within one hour.

What is the common storage temperature for urine drug test specimens?

20 degrees.

What must be documented during the custody and control processes for drug testing?

Collection, transport, and processing of samples.