Fundamentals for Phlebotomy Technicians: Module 5 - Specimen Collection
Fundamentals for Phlebotomy Technicians is a review course to help individuals prepare for the Registered Phlebotomy Technicians Certification Examination. This course includes an introduction module and module 5.
Note: Each content module contains knowledge checks, a quiz, resources, and references. Modules do not need to be completed in one sitting.
Module 0: Introduction
This module reviews how to navigate the course, describes the module structure, and lists other resources to prepare for the medical assistant certification exam.
Module 5: Specimen Collection
- Part A: Reviews specimen integrity, commonly used phlebotomy equipment, collection tubes and the order of draw, special patient considerations and test requirements, the routine venipuncture process, and the capillary draw process.
- Part B: Reviews how to employ handling practices to maintain specimen integrity for non-blood specimens, describes non-blood specimens and how to collect them, and reviews CLIA-waived tests and common point-of-care tests.
Additional Information
Author(s) | Jason Wheeler, DHSc., MBA, RPT, RMA, CMAS, AHI Lori Schmidt, MS, SBB, MT(ASCP) Cynthia Doby, EdD, MS, MAEd, BS, MLS(AMT), CPT(NPA) |
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Relevant Certifications | Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Phlebotomy Technician (RPT) |
Launch Date | 2023 |
Enrollment Expiration | 180 days after purchase |