Phlebotomy Chap 1

Pertaining to a condition that is free of disease producing microorganisms (germs).

Puncturing the skin.

Federal agency responsible for identifying, monitoring and reporting diseases, especially infections diseases capable of becoming widespread

Federal agency that established regulations to implement CLIA’88 and COLA.

Is the evaluation of the chemical constituents of the human body.

Nonprofit organization that sets recommendations, guidelines, or standards for all areas of the laboratory to improve the quality of medical

Federal legislation that became effective in 1992; it mandates that all laboratories be regulated using the same standards, regardless of si

Agency that accredits medical laboratories.

Agency that accredits physician office laboratories.

Study of human cells for the presence of cancer.

Federal agency that oversees the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Ensures that healthcare providers follow the Medical Waste Tracking Act.

Federal agency that approves medical and diagnostic equipment, pharmaceuticals, reagents, diagnostic tests, and content labeling.

Study of blood and blood-forming tissues.

Study of human body tissues and cells.

Involves collection and preparation of donor blood for transfusions. Perform blood group and type analysis and cross-matches, prepares and

Study of how the body resists allergies and other agents that affect the body’s immune system; also called serology.

Accredits healthcare facilities to ensure high standards of patient care.

Study of one-cell organisms (microorganisms) that are usually visible only under a microscopes; the main focus is on bacteria.

Surgery involving reconstruction of small tissue structures.

Detection and classification of disease states using molecular and DNA-based testing.

Organization that provides accreditation to phlebotomy training programs and offers certification for structured education programs.

Federal body responsible for preventing and minimizing employee injuries and exposure to harmful agents.

Study and diagnosis of disease.

Individual trained and skilled in obtaining blood samples for clinical testing.

Invasive procedure in which a sharp object is introduced into a vein to obtain blood.

Small laboratory that is operated in a clinical practice office.

Tests performed at the patient’s bedside or work area, using a portable instrument.

Events before, during or after the collection of blood and other specimens and before analysis.

Group of characteristics or qualities that display a positive image or code of ethics; behavior that exhibits the traits or features that co

Offsite lab to which specimens are referred for testing; usually used for tests not routinely performed in physician’s office.

Offsite lab to which specimens are referred for testing; usually used for tests not routinely performed in physician’s office.

Identification of antibodies in the blood’s serum.

Detection and study of agents that are harmful to the body.

Examination of urine for physical, chemical, and microscopic characteristics.

Procedure in which a sharp object is introduced into a vein for the purpose of withdrawing blood or instilling medications.