What Preanalytical Quality Control Procedures Are Necessary When Performing Platelet

question 49

Multiple Choice

What preanalytical quality control procedures are necessary when performing platelet aggregation studies?

• A) Assess patient medications before obtaining specimen
• B) Obtain specimen after a 12-hour fast
• C) Perform a bleeding time before testing
• D) Collect the specimen in a glass tube

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