Which of the following represents an event in the pre-examination phase of laboratory testing?
A) Reporting of results
B) Interpretation of laboratory data
C) Performing a test procedure
D) Labeling a blood collection tube

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Labeling a blood collection tube is an event in the pre-examination phase of laboratory testing as it involves proper identification and labeling of the patient and the specimen before the actual testing process takes place. Reporting of results and interpretation of laboratory data occur in the post-examination phase, while performing a test procedure is an event in the examination phase.

Which of the Following Represents an Event in the Pre-Examination