Phlebotomy Notes

Adherence to the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute and Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines. Concise procedural steps with photos Descriptions of venipuncture, dermal puncture techniques, and arterial puncture. Information on safety issues and regulations, specimen requirements and clinical correlation, and pre-examination variables. Coverage of order of draw process. Coverage of best sites for blood collection and troubleshooting for failure to draw blood. Safety and technical tips. "Red Alerts" feature with guidance and tips Laboratory tests with the correct tube for collections Write-on/wipe-off waterproof pages.