Because This Testing Often Requires the Use of Arterial Specimens

question 8

Multiple Choice

Because this testing often requires the use of arterial specimens rather than venous specimens,the phlebotomist would require additional training to collect and test these specimens:

• A) Glucose
• B) Hemoglobin
• C) Blood gases
• D) Prothrombin time

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