A phlebotomist who is unsure of the instructions to give a patient regarding collection of a specimen should:

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Checking the laboratory procedure manual is the best choice because it is the most reliable source of information for specimen collection procedures. Additionally, it ensures that the phlebotomist is following the correct protocol for that specific laboratory. Checking with the physician's office or a reference manual may provide some information, but it may not be specific to that laboratory's procedures. Asking the patient to return when the supervisor is present may result in a delay in obtaining the specimen and is not necessary if the laboratory procedure manual is accessible.

A Phlebotomist Who Is Unsure of the Instructions to Give