Most CLIA-waived hematology tests use blood from a(n):
A) artery.
B) vein.
C) capillary.
D) Vacutainer.
E) syringe.

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CLIA-waived hematology tests are typically performed on capillary blood, which is obtained via a fingerstick. This is a simple and minimally invasive method of obtaining a small amount of blood for testing. Arterial or venous blood may be required for more complex laboratory tests, but capillary blood is sufficient for many basic hematology tests. Vacutainers and syringes are not typically used for capillary blood collection.

Most CLIA-Waived Hematology Tests Use Blood from A(n)