BLOOD TEST DRAWING BLOOD Bc. Marie Bártová Institute of Nursing Theory and Practice 1 st Medical Faculty of Charles University Prague 2007
BLOOD TEST Reasons for blood testing Blood tests Blood samples
BLOOD TEST Hematology test Biochemistry test Microbiology test Serology test
BLOOD SAMPLES Blood serum Anti-clotting agent ( tubes with additives )
BLOOD COLLECTION Patient/sample identification Equipment selection Venous access site Venipuncture Patient care following the procedure
VENIPUNCTURE SITES
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS If blood fails to enter the tube If blood stops flowing into the tube Other problems
BLOOD DRAW COMPLICATIONS
Consultations: Monday 1 – 2 pm