Order of collection for a hematocrit,blood smear,and glucose by dermal puncture is:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct order for collecting samples for these tests by dermal puncture is to first collect for the blood smear, then the hematocrit, and finally the glucose. This order helps prevent contamination and ensures the accuracy of the tests. The blood smear requires the freshest blood with minimal tissue fluid contamination, the hematocrit can be affected by tissue fluid but is less sensitive than glucose testing, and glucose testing is done last to minimize the impact of glycolysis and contamination.

Order of Collection for a Hematocrit,blood Smear,and Glucose by Dermal