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This manual provides detailed information about laboratory procedures, specimen collection, submission guidelines, and other operational procedures relevant to Glens Falls Hospital's Department of

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How to fill out LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL

1. Obtain a copy of the LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL from an authorized source.
2. Review the table of contents to familiarize yourself with the sections relevant to your needs.
3. Locate the specific tests or procedures you will be submitting specimens for.
4. Read the specimen collection instructions carefully, noting any specific requirements (e.g., type of container, volume of specimen).
5. Check for any special handling or transportation instructions to ensure the specimens remain viable.
6. Fill in patient information as required, ensuring accuracy to prevent errors.
7. Ensure that the specimen is labeled correctly with relevant patient identifiers as per the manual’s guidelines.
8. Double-check that all necessary documentation is completed, including requisition forms.
9. Submit the specimens and accompanying documentation to the laboratory as per the outlined protocol.

Who needs LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL?

1. Healthcare providers who order laboratory tests.
2. Laboratory personnel responsible for processing specimens.
3. Researchers conducting studies that require laboratory analyses.
4. Clinics and hospitals that need to ensure compliance with proper specimen handling.

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What are the steps in specimen collection?

There are four steps involved in obtaining a good quality specimen for testing: (1) preparation of the patient, (2) collection of the specimen, (3) processing the specimen, and (4) storing and/or transporting the specimen.

What information must be documented when collecting a specimen?

The specimen label must contain the patient's name, medical record number, and identity of the tissue. Unlabeled or unidentified specimens will NOT be processed until properly labeled by physician or their designee. The specimen must be accompanied by a Surgical Pathology Order (requisition).

What are the common specimen handling requirements?

When handling specimens, universal safety precautions should always be employed. Appropriate protective clothing and personal protective items should be worn. No tissue, even fixed material, should ever be handled with bare hands. It must be kept in mind that noxious agents are present in the laboratory.

What is the sample collection manual?

This primary sample collection manual is designed to cover all aspects of precautions, basic procedures and guidelines in the collection of specimens/samples, their identification, handling, transportation, processing and disposal.

What are the general guidelines for specimen collection?

Guidance on specimen collection The correct specimen type is collected. The correct amount is collected. The specimen is collected in the right container with any necessary additives. The specimens are collected following safe working practices.

What is a specimen collection manual?

This specimen collection manual is designed as a guide for physicians, nurses and other allied health personnel in charge of ordering, selecting and collecting specimens from patients.

What are three specimen collection methods?

Three popular methods of blood collection or sampling are: Arterial Sampling. Venipuncture Sampling. Fingerstick Sampling.

What is the meaning of specimen collection?

Specimen collection is a common component of routine checkups for your health. It goes hand-in-hand with lab tests, allowing medical professionals to obtain tissue or fluids to look for any changes in your health. In addition, they help physicians diagnose medical conditions, plan treatments, and monitor diseases.

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What is LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL?

The LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL is a comprehensive guide that outlines the necessary procedures, guidelines, and specifications for collecting, handling, and submitting laboratory specimens for testing.

Who is required to file LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL?

Healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, and laboratory personnel, are generally required to familiarize themselves with and adhere to the LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL when submitting specimens for diagnostic testing.

How to fill out LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL?

To fill out the LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL, you need to accurately complete all required sections with relevant information about the specimen type, patient details, collection methods, and any additional instructions as specified in the manual.

What is the purpose of LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL?

The purpose of the LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL is to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in the specimen submission process, as well as to provide clear instructions to avoid errors in laboratory testing.

What information must be reported on LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL?

The information that must be reported on the LABORATORY SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS MANUAL typically includes patient identification details, specimen type, collection date and time, test requested, source of the specimen, and any special handling instructions.