Performing a laboratory assay on a patient's blood specimen is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
A) preexamination/preanalytical
B) examination/analytical
C) postexamination/postanalytical
D) notification/reporting
Question 2
In which of the circumstances below is the phlebotomist likely to collaborate with the pharmacy?
A) when the patient is overly angry or agitated
B) when a patient requests a painkiller
C) when asked to collect specimens for drug monitoring
D) when looking for a suitable vein for the venipuncture procedure