Which of the Following Can Cause Hemolysis of a Blood

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can cause hemolysis of a blood specimen?

• A) Using a needle with a larger gauge than necessary
• B) Not mixing the tubes that contain anticoagulant
• C) Using a small-gauge needle and a large vacuum tube
• D) Using a syringe to draw the specimen

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