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Chemical Pathology

12 mins read · 17 questions

Describe the use of laboratory tests in clinical practice (diagnosis, screening, monitoring and prognosis).

13 mins read · 26 questions

Define the sensitivity, specificity, reliability (precision) and accuracy of a laboratory test.

12 mins read · 9 questions

Explain the meaning of the reference interval of a test.

13 mins read · 19 questions

Describe how biological variability affects laboratory results.

11 mins read · 19 questions

Explain the principles of anticoagulation in blood collection tubes.

12 mins read · 25 questions

Define pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical variables.

12 mins read · 20 questions

Explain patient factors that alter test results.

12 mins read · 22 questions

Calculate sensitivity, specificity and predictive values from a 2x2 table.

11 mins read · 9 questions

Describe and perform proper patient identification procedures.

11 mins read · 22 questions

Select and use the proper equipment for venipuncture.

12 mins read · 13 questions

Apply the proper labelling procedure and complete request forms.

12 mins read · 12 questions

Identify preferred venous access sites.

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