Failing to Adequately Invert a Lavender Stopper Tube After Collection

question 40

Multiple Choice

Failing to adequately invert a lavender stopper tube after collection will:

• A) cause hemolysis.
• B) falsely elevate calcium results.
• C) destroy coagulation factors.
• D) produce a clotted sample.

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Definitions:

Closing Entries

Journal entries made at the end of an accounting period to transfer the balances of temporary accounts to a permanent equity account.

General Ledger

A thorough collection of financial records that documents every financial transaction undertaken by a business.

Adjustments Credit Column

The part of a financial or accounting document where adjustments are made to credits, increasing the value of certain accounts.

Merchandise Inventory

The inventory of products that a retailer plans to sell to customers, accounting for a critical component of its current assets.