A phlebotomist may be requested not to transport a specimen through the pneumatic tube system if it is to be tested for:

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Potassium is an electrolyte that can be easily affected by the pneumatic tube system's air pressure, which can result in inaccurate test results. Therefore, phlebotomists should not transport specimens that need to be tested for potassium through the pneumatic tube system.

A Phlebotomist May Be Requested Not to Transport a Specimen