Question 1

After centrifugation on a microhematocrit test, which of the following will be found in the center of the tube?

Accepted Answer

A)  Plasma 
B)  RBCs 
C)  WBCs 
D)  Buffy coat 
E)  Both C and D 
A)  Plasma 
B)  RBCs 
C)  WBCs 
D)  Buffy coat 
E)  Both C and D E

Question 2

The smallest of the formed elements in the peripheral blood is a cell fragment that assists with clotting; it is known as a(n) ___________________.

Accepted Answer

platelet

Question 3

Which statement is true about HDL?

Accepted Answer

A)  It transports cholesterol. 
B)  It is referred to as the "bad" cholesterol. 
C)  If elevated, it can result in a greater risk of heart disease. 
D)  All of the above are true. 
A)  It transports cholesterol. 
B)  It is referred to as the "bad" cholesterol. 
C)  If elevated, it can result in a greater risk of heart disease. 
D)  All of the above are true. A

Question 4

An HDL cholesterol level over 20 mg/dL indicates a low risk for cardiac disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is not detected in a liver panel test?

Accepted Answer

A)  GGT 
B)  ALT 
C)  ALP 
D)  CBC 
A)  GGT 
B)  ALT 
C)  ALP 
D)  CBC

Question 6

A(n) ________________ is performed by the immunohematology department to determine blood compatibility before a transfusion.

Accepted Answer

type and c

Question 7

A(n) ____________ is used to separate blood parts from plasma.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________ is used to separate blood...

Question 8

A low microhematocrit is seen in patients with ___________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A low microhematocrit is seen in patients...

Question 9

Which of the following leukocytes are associated with allergies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eosinophils 
B)  Basophils 
C)  Polymorphonuclear neutrophils 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Eosinophils 
B)  Basophils 
C)  Polymorphonuclear neutrophils 
D)  All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following is a normal adult WBC count?

Accepted Answer

A)  3,000 cells/mm3 
B)  1,500 cells/mm3 
C)  10,000 cells/mm3 
D)  12,000 cells/mm3 
A)  3,000 cells/mm3 
B)  1,500 cells/mm3 
C)  10,000 cells/mm3 
D)  12,000 cells/mm3

Question 11

Hormones detected in a thyroid panel include

Accepted Answer

A)  thyroxine. 
B)  triiodothyronine. 
C)  thyroid-stimulating hormone. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  thyroxine. 
B)  triiodothyronine. 
C)  thyroid-stimulating hormone. 
D)  All of the above

Question 12

The cytoplasm of lymphocytes stains purple.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Blowing on a blood slide smear to help it dry quickly can cause __________ to form.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Blowing on a blood slide smear to...

Question 14

List five studies included in a CBC.

Accepted Answer

The complete blood cell count (CBC) is t

Question 15

Dr. Lim orders a CPK draw on Mr. Roberts. What do elevated CPK levels indicate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Liver disease 
B)  Possible MI 
C)  Dehydration 
D)  A problem with glucose metabolism 
A)  Liver disease 
B)  Possible MI 
C)  Dehydration 
D)  A problem with glucose metabolism

Question 16

Granular leukocytes

Accepted Answer

A)  have granules in the nucleus of the cell. 
B)  function primarily in the plasma. 
C)  act as phagocytes. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  have granules in the nucleus of the cell. 
B)  function primarily in the plasma. 
C)  act as phagocytes. 
D)  All of the above

Question 17

When is administration of Rho(D) immune globulin absolutely necessary?

Accepted Answer

A)  If an Rh-negative mother gives birth to an Rh-positive stillborn 
B)  If an Rh-positive mother gives birth to an Rh-negative baby 
C)  If both mother and baby are Rh negative 
D)  If an Rh-negative man fathers an Rh-negative baby 
A)  If an Rh-negative mother gives birth to an Rh-positive stillborn 
B)  If an Rh-positive mother gives birth to an Rh-negative baby 
C)  If both mother and baby are Rh negative 
D)  If an Rh-negative man fathers an Rh-negative baby

Question 18

AST and ALT testing is done to monitor potential liver damage in patients receiving statin drugs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Platelets

Accepted Answer

A)  assist in the delivery of oxygen to tissues. 
B)  are elevated in thrombocytopenia. 
C)  are fragments of a larger cell called a poikilocyte. 
D)  None of the above 
A)  assist in the delivery of oxygen to tissues. 
B)  are elevated in thrombocytopenia. 
C)  are fragments of a larger cell called a poikilocyte. 
D)  None of the above

Question 20

Explain the significance of the HbA1c test in the control of diabetes mellitus. Include in your discussion the relationship between A1c and blood glucose levels.

Accepted Answer

RBCs have a life span of approximately 1

Exam 47: Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

After centrifugation on a microhematocrit test, which of the following will be found in the center of the tube?

The smallest of the formed elements in the peripheral blood is a cell fragment that assists with clotting; it is known as a(n) ___________________.

Which statement is true about HDL?

An HDL cholesterol level over 20 mg/dL indicates a low risk for cardiac disease.

Which of the following is not detected in a liver panel test?

A(n) ________________ is performed by the immunohematology department to determine blood compatibility before a transfusion.

A(n) ____________ is used to separate blood parts from plasma.

A low microhematocrit is seen in patients with ___________.

Which of the following leukocytes are associated with allergies?

Which of the following is a normal adult WBC count?

Hormones detected in a thyroid panel include

The cytoplasm of lymphocytes stains purple.

Blowing on a blood slide smear to help it dry quickly can cause __________ to form.

List five studies included in a CBC.

Dr. Lim orders a CPK draw on Mr. Roberts. What do elevated CPK levels indicate?

Granular leukocytes

When is administration of Rho(D) immune globulin absolutely necessary?

AST and ALT testing is done to monitor potential liver damage in patients receiving statin drugs.

Platelets

Explain the significance of the HbA1c test in the control of diabetes mellitus. Include in your discussion the relationship between A1c and blood glucose levels.

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Medical Assistant and the Healthcare Team

Professional Behavior in the Workplace

Therapeutic Communications

Medicine and Law

Medicine and Ethics

Technology and Written Communication in the Medical Office

Telephone Techniques

Scheduling Appointments and Patient Processing

Daily Operations in the Ambulatory Care Setting

The Health Record

Basics of Diagnostic Coding

Basics of Procedural Coding

Basics of Health Insurance

Medical Billing and Reimbursement

Patient Accounts, Collections, and Practice Management

Banking Services and Procedures

Supervision and Human Resources Management

Medical Practice Marketing and Customer Service

Infection Control

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

Principles of Pharmacology

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

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Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

Assisting in Dermatology

Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting With Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in Blood Collection

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting With Surgical Procedures

Career Development and Life Skills

Filters

Explain the significance of the HbA_1ctest in the control of diabetes mellitus. Include in your discussion the relationship between A_1cand blood glucose levels.