Phlebotomy Licensure Exam well
updated 2025 with questions and all
accurate answers A+ graded and verified
Oncology - CORRECT ANSWER The study and treatment of cancer
O&P (ova & parasites) - CORRECT ANSWER This test is used to detect the presence
of parasites in a stool sample and help diagnose infection in the digestive tract
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) - CORRECT ANSWER an
agency of the government that is under the Department of Labor with the responsibility
of ensuring safety at work and a healthful work environment
Mission is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths.
petechial - CORRECT ANSWER tiny non-raised red spots that appear on the skin from
rupturing of the capillaries due to the tourniquet being left on too long or too tight.
phlebitis - CORRECT ANSWER Inflammation of a vein as a result of repeated
venipuncture on that vein
Pipette - CORRECT ANSWER A glass or transparent plastic tube used to accurately
transport small amounts of liquid
Plasma - CORRECT ANSWER Fluid portion of blood in which the cellular components
are suspended
Plasma is different from serum!
platelet - CORRECT ANSWER AKA thrombocyte
A particulate component of the blood, approximately 2-4 microns in diameter, that is
known for its blood coagulation involvement.
-has no nucleus or DNA
-formed by breaking off from the parent cell's cytoplasm (megakaryocyte) in the bone
marrow
-Normal platelet counts range from 150,000-450,000/cm^3
Point-of-care-testing (POCT) - CORRECT ANSWER Defined as diagnostic testing at or
near the site of patient care. The driving notion behind POCT is to bring the test
conveniently and immediately to the patient.
This increased the likelihood that the patient will receive the results in a timely manner.
, QNS (quantity not sufficient) - CORRECT ANSWER when drawing blood, you do not
get enough blood for the lab to perform the test or tests indicated on the requisition form
red blood cells - CORRECT ANSWER one of the solid components of the blood is
usually a biconcave disc without a nucleus- the blood component containing
hemoglobin
red blood cell count is performed as part of a complete blood count and ranges from
4,500,000 to 5,000,000 RBS per cubic millimeter
septicemia - CORRECT ANSWER a systemic infection associated with pathogenic
organisms introduced during venipuncture
sphygmomanometer - CORRECT ANSWER instrument to measure blood pressure
systolic is the pressure in the arteries
diastolic is the pressure in the veins
tourniquet - CORRECT ANSWER A constrictive band is placed over an extremity to
distend veins for blood aspiration or intravenous injections regarding venipuncture.
may be rubber, latex, or other synthetic elastic material
Universal Precautions - CORRECT ANSWER actions taken to prevent the spread of
disease by treating all blood and other body fluids as if they contained pathogens and
are infectious regardless of the source individual's status
arterial blood gases (ABGs) - CORRECT ANSWER a test performed on arterial blood to
determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate content, and blood ph. This test
is used to determine the effectiveness of respiration.
Accession number - CORRECT ANSWER Unique identifying number used for
cataloging a sample in the lab. This number identifies a specimen as long as it remains
in the lab
aliquot - CORRECT ANSWER A fraction of the specimen; usually used to run several
tests of a specimen.
basilica vein - CORRECT ANSWER The large vein on the inner side of the bicep and is
often chosen for intravenous injections and blood drawing
Battery - CORRECT ANSWER unlawful/unprivileged touching of another person without
consent. (KEY lack of consent when touching a patient)
Butterfly needle - CORRECT ANSWER A small needle with 2 plastic wings attached
from tabs is used to manipulate the needle when squeezed together offering better
manipulation. Uses a 6"-12" long plastic tubing that is then attached to a syringe or
Vacutainer holder. (Degree should be 5 degrees for hand draws!)
updated 2025 with questions and all
accurate answers A+ graded and verified
Oncology - CORRECT ANSWER The study and treatment of cancer
O&P (ova & parasites) - CORRECT ANSWER This test is used to detect the presence
of parasites in a stool sample and help diagnose infection in the digestive tract
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) - CORRECT ANSWER an
agency of the government that is under the Department of Labor with the responsibility
of ensuring safety at work and a healthful work environment
Mission is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths.
petechial - CORRECT ANSWER tiny non-raised red spots that appear on the skin from
rupturing of the capillaries due to the tourniquet being left on too long or too tight.
phlebitis - CORRECT ANSWER Inflammation of a vein as a result of repeated
venipuncture on that vein
Pipette - CORRECT ANSWER A glass or transparent plastic tube used to accurately
transport small amounts of liquid
Plasma - CORRECT ANSWER Fluid portion of blood in which the cellular components
are suspended
Plasma is different from serum!
platelet - CORRECT ANSWER AKA thrombocyte
A particulate component of the blood, approximately 2-4 microns in diameter, that is
known for its blood coagulation involvement.
-has no nucleus or DNA
-formed by breaking off from the parent cell's cytoplasm (megakaryocyte) in the bone
marrow
-Normal platelet counts range from 150,000-450,000/cm^3
Point-of-care-testing (POCT) - CORRECT ANSWER Defined as diagnostic testing at or
near the site of patient care. The driving notion behind POCT is to bring the test
conveniently and immediately to the patient.
This increased the likelihood that the patient will receive the results in a timely manner.
, QNS (quantity not sufficient) - CORRECT ANSWER when drawing blood, you do not
get enough blood for the lab to perform the test or tests indicated on the requisition form
red blood cells - CORRECT ANSWER one of the solid components of the blood is
usually a biconcave disc without a nucleus- the blood component containing
hemoglobin
red blood cell count is performed as part of a complete blood count and ranges from
4,500,000 to 5,000,000 RBS per cubic millimeter
septicemia - CORRECT ANSWER a systemic infection associated with pathogenic
organisms introduced during venipuncture
sphygmomanometer - CORRECT ANSWER instrument to measure blood pressure
systolic is the pressure in the arteries
diastolic is the pressure in the veins
tourniquet - CORRECT ANSWER A constrictive band is placed over an extremity to
distend veins for blood aspiration or intravenous injections regarding venipuncture.
may be rubber, latex, or other synthetic elastic material
Universal Precautions - CORRECT ANSWER actions taken to prevent the spread of
disease by treating all blood and other body fluids as if they contained pathogens and
are infectious regardless of the source individual's status
arterial blood gases (ABGs) - CORRECT ANSWER a test performed on arterial blood to
determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate content, and blood ph. This test
is used to determine the effectiveness of respiration.
Accession number - CORRECT ANSWER Unique identifying number used for
cataloging a sample in the lab. This number identifies a specimen as long as it remains
in the lab
aliquot - CORRECT ANSWER A fraction of the specimen; usually used to run several
tests of a specimen.
basilica vein - CORRECT ANSWER The large vein on the inner side of the bicep and is
often chosen for intravenous injections and blood drawing
Battery - CORRECT ANSWER unlawful/unprivileged touching of another person without
consent. (KEY lack of consent when touching a patient)
Butterfly needle - CORRECT ANSWER A small needle with 2 plastic wings attached
from tabs is used to manipulate the needle when squeezed together offering better
manipulation. Uses a 6"-12" long plastic tubing that is then attached to a syringe or
Vacutainer holder. (Degree should be 5 degrees for hand draws!)
