When Is the Best Time to Collect a Specimen from a Patient

question 23

Multiple Choice

When is the best time to collect a specimen from a patient suspected of having a viral disease?

• A) 1 week after onset of symptoms
• B) 5 days after onset of symptoms
• C) Less than 3 days after onset of symptoms
• D) 2 weeks after onset of symptoms

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Definitions:

Autopsied

Examined post-mortem to determine the cause of death or to study the effects of diseases on the body.

Identification Band

A wristband worn by patients in healthcare settings that provides critical information such as name, date of birth, and medical record number for identification and safety.

Organ Donation

The process of giving an organ or a part of an organ for the purpose of transplantation into another person.

Life Support

Medical technologies or practices that provide essential physiological support to individuals with life-threatening conditions.