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NCCT PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATION EXAM
2026/2027 BANK COMPLETE CURRENT
TESTING QUESTION AND DETAILED CORRECT
ANSWER (VERIFIED) GUARANTEED PASS/TOP-
RATED A+.
NCCT PHLEBOTOMY
Ace your preparation for the NCCT Phlebotomy certification
Exam by reinforcing key skills in venipuncture, specimen
handling, infection control, safety protocols, and laboratory
procedures. This practice exam helps build confidence and
identify areas for improvement before the certification test. It is
designed for students and professionals preparing for NCCT
Phlebotomy certification.
A hospital phlebotomist is conducting routine glucose
monitoring for a patient. Why should the first drop of blood
be wiped away prior to applying it to the test strip?
A. The 70% isopropyl can contaminate the blood sample and
give elevated results.
B. The patient may have bacteria on their finger, which can
cause abnormal results.
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C. The first drop is over oxygenated.
D. The first drop of blood may contain fluid from the tissues.
...... ANSWER ....... The first drop of blood may contain
fluid from the tissues. ✓✓
Rationale
The first drop of blood obtained after a dermal puncture will
contain tissue fluid and should be wiped away for accurate
test results. The 70% alcohol used to clean the site should
be allowed to dry completely so as not to contaminate the
sample or cause pain to the patient. Bacteria on the finger
should have been cleaned away during site preparation. The
amount of oxygen in the capillary specimen will not affect
test results unless arterial blood gases are being measured.
Which of the following is a coagulation test that can be
performed with a POC machine or instrument?
A. HCT
B. BUN
C. D-dimer
D. INR ...... ANSWER ....... INR✓✓
Rationale
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Currently, the only coagulation test available as a POC (point
of care) is the INR which monitors coumadin levels. The D-
dimer must be performed in the lab. Hct ( a hematology test)
and Bun (a chemistry analysis) can be done as POC but are
not coagulation tests.
The doctor has ordered occult blood test and sent the
patient to the lab to pick up the testing materials. After
instructing the patient how to collect the specimen, it is very
important to tell him to
A. follow dietary guidelines specifically for the test.
B. inform the doctor about any gastric ulcers he may have.
C. clean the area thoroughly.
D. stop taking medications during the collection period.
...... ANSWER ....... follow dietary guidelines specifically
for the test. ✓✓
Rationale
Many laboratory tests have special instructions to be
followed by the patient in order to help produce accurate
results. Fecal occult blood (FOB) tests are done on special
collection cards supplied to the patient by the ordering
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doctor's office or lab to assess the presence of intestinal
bleeding. It is necessary to avoid ingesting vitamin C or red
meat for 72 hours as this may produce false test results.
Gastric ulcers would cause a positive result. Thoroughly
cleaning the anal area or discontinuing medications (other
than aspirin or NSAIDS) is not necessary.
Which of the following is a POCT?
A. cortisol
B. FOB
C. iron
D. T4 ...... ANSWER ....... FOB✓✓
Rationale
Although more and more laboratory tests are available as
POCT (point of care testing), cortisol, iron and T4 are still
performed in the main lab. Fecal occult blood (FOB) is a
waived test used to screen for gastrointestinal bleeding. This
may be done as POCT.
NCCT PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATION EXAM
2026/2027 BANK COMPLETE CURRENT
TESTING QUESTION AND DETAILED CORRECT
ANSWER (VERIFIED) GUARANTEED PASS/TOP-
RATED A+.
NCCT PHLEBOTOMY
Ace your preparation for the NCCT Phlebotomy certification
Exam by reinforcing key skills in venipuncture, specimen
handling, infection control, safety protocols, and laboratory
procedures. This practice exam helps build confidence and
identify areas for improvement before the certification test. It is
designed for students and professionals preparing for NCCT
Phlebotomy certification.
A hospital phlebotomist is conducting routine glucose
monitoring for a patient. Why should the first drop of blood
be wiped away prior to applying it to the test strip?
A. The 70% isopropyl can contaminate the blood sample and
give elevated results.
B. The patient may have bacteria on their finger, which can
cause abnormal results.
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C. The first drop is over oxygenated.
D. The first drop of blood may contain fluid from the tissues.
...... ANSWER ....... The first drop of blood may contain
fluid from the tissues. ✓✓
Rationale
The first drop of blood obtained after a dermal puncture will
contain tissue fluid and should be wiped away for accurate
test results. The 70% alcohol used to clean the site should
be allowed to dry completely so as not to contaminate the
sample or cause pain to the patient. Bacteria on the finger
should have been cleaned away during site preparation. The
amount of oxygen in the capillary specimen will not affect
test results unless arterial blood gases are being measured.
Which of the following is a coagulation test that can be
performed with a POC machine or instrument?
A. HCT
B. BUN
C. D-dimer
D. INR ...... ANSWER ....... INR✓✓
Rationale
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Currently, the only coagulation test available as a POC (point
of care) is the INR which monitors coumadin levels. The D-
dimer must be performed in the lab. Hct ( a hematology test)
and Bun (a chemistry analysis) can be done as POC but are
not coagulation tests.
The doctor has ordered occult blood test and sent the
patient to the lab to pick up the testing materials. After
instructing the patient how to collect the specimen, it is very
important to tell him to
A. follow dietary guidelines specifically for the test.
B. inform the doctor about any gastric ulcers he may have.
C. clean the area thoroughly.
D. stop taking medications during the collection period.
...... ANSWER ....... follow dietary guidelines specifically
for the test. ✓✓
Rationale
Many laboratory tests have special instructions to be
followed by the patient in order to help produce accurate
results. Fecal occult blood (FOB) tests are done on special
collection cards supplied to the patient by the ordering
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doctor's office or lab to assess the presence of intestinal
bleeding. It is necessary to avoid ingesting vitamin C or red
meat for 72 hours as this may produce false test results.
Gastric ulcers would cause a positive result. Thoroughly
cleaning the anal area or discontinuing medications (other
than aspirin or NSAIDS) is not necessary.
Which of the following is a POCT?
A. cortisol
B. FOB
C. iron
D. T4 ...... ANSWER ....... FOB✓✓
Rationale
Although more and more laboratory tests are available as
POCT (point of care testing), cortisol, iron and T4 are still
performed in the main lab. Fecal occult blood (FOB) is a
waived test used to screen for gastrointestinal bleeding. This
may be done as POCT.
