Aspirin Should Be Avoided for a Week Prior to Collection

question 30

Multiple Choice

Aspirin should be avoided for a week prior to collection of an occult blood sample because it:

• A) may cause a false-positive result.
• B) neutralizes guaiac reagent.
• C) causes discoloration of the stool.
• D) may cause a false-negative reaction.

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