An Example of a Preanalytical Error Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

An example of a preanalytical error is

• A)specimen obtained from the wrong patient.
• B)lack of frequent preventive maintenance.
• C)reporting of laboratory results by phone.
• D)poorly trained phlebotomists.

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Definitions:

Dependent Variable

In experimental research, the variable that is tested and measured to see if it is affected by the manipulation of the independent variable.

Experimental Group

The group in an experiment that receives the treatment or intervention being tested, in contrast to the control group.

Control Group

In experimental research, a group of subjects that does not receive the experimental treatment, serving as a baseline to compare with the experimental group.

Extraneous Variable

In experimental research, a variable not controlled that could impact the outcome, potentially introducing error.