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What are the 4 electrolytes?
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Na, K, Cl, CO2
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Which test assists the doctor in determining the correct dose of Coumadin?
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PT - Prothrombin Time
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Which tests determines the count of immature red blood cells?
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Retics
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Which test would be used for the diagnosis of infections?
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WBC
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What is the difference between fasting and NPO, if any?
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Fasting - no food, but water is okay NPO - nothing by mouth |
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What is the purpose of a peak and trough test?
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To detect poison, measure drug effect, determine method of treatment, detect drug abuse and monitor drug usage.
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What are other ways that a Hematology profile might be ordered?
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heme profile or CBC
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Which enzyme is released into blood that may indicate a myocardial infarction?
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AST - aspartate aminotransferase
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Which enzyme is released into the blood if muscle damage has occurred?
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CK - creatine kinase
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What is one of the main newborn screening tests and what does it detect?
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PKU - phenylketonuria It detects build up of a specific amino-acid in the blood, as high levels can lead to brain damage. |
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What does the test AFB detect?
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It detects the presence of acid fast bacilli, such as mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB.
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How is pleural fluid obtained?
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Through a thoracentesis
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