Clia waived - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Hemoglobin and hemoglobin A1c by single analyte instruments with self contained or component features to perform specimen-reagent interaction. - ANSWER Measurement of A1c levels to assess and ,a age long term cause of patients with diabetes. Cholestech LDX. - ANSWER Measurement of total blood cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, and glucose levels. Blood mononucleosis antibodies. - ANSWER Rapid, qualitative test to detect antibodies to help diagnose infectious mononucleosis.

magnesium (Mag, Mg) - ANSWER malnutrition, diarrhea, pancreatitis phosphorous (P) - ANSWER parathyroid, renal, and diabetes disorders total protein (TP, TPRO) - ANSWER dehydration, multiple myeloma, nephrotic syndrome, severe burns

CMA AAMA Exam- Collection and Processing Specimens- Microscopy/Lab Basics Questions with Verified Solutions Why was CLIA passed by Congress in 1988? Improve the quality of lab testing What is true of labs that are not CLIA compliant? They cannot receive Medicare or Medicaid Reimbursement The CLIA amendments established what in the laboratory? Quality Assurance What are the quality assurance requirements? Written procedures, employee policies, documented maintenance of machines, d...

CLIA Regulations: Competency, Proficiency Testing (PT), and Inspections Questions and Answers 100% Pass What is competency in the context of laboratory practices? Competency refers to the ability to successfully perform tasks, particularly in conducting tests correctly to achieve optimal patient care outcomes. This includes proficiency across all stages of testing: pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical. What are the goals of CLIA regulations regarding personnel competenc...

General CLIA-Waived Tests Latest Update 100% Pass **Question 1:** What is the purpose of testing total, HDL, and LDL cholesterol levels? A.) To diagnose diabetes B.) To screen for risk of developing coronary heart disease C.) To measure liver function D.) To assess kidney function Correct Answer: B.) To screen for risk of developing coronary heart disease **Explanation:** Testing total cholesterol, HDL (high-density lipoprotein), and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels helps...

A _____ test involves many collections of blood and/or urine at specific time intervals. - GTT A CCMA is instructing a patient on the collection of a urine specimen for pregnancy. To ensure the most accurate results, the CCMA should instruct the patient to collect: - First morning urine A clinical laboratory panel is: - A set of tests that are commonly ordered together A lancet should be used: - On the non-dominant hand, ring finger, pinky side A profile (as it relates to laboratory testing...

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate - ANSWER The rate at which red blood cells settle out of an anti coagulated blood specimen after 60 minutes. The result is reported as millimeters per hours Reasons for ESR - ANSWER Confirm and monitor changes in inflammatory diseases, autoimmune diseases, carcinomas, and in certain forms of leukemia Causes for False Increased Rates in ESR - ANSWER Tilting the test tube, Vibrations, Extreme hot room temperature, Poor timing taking a reading after the specifie...

CLIA-Waived Laboratory Procedures (Ans- tests to be performed are simple with a low risk of error What is the normal Temperature (Ans- 97.6-99.6 (36.4C-36.7C) Oral temperature above 100 (37.8C) Rectal/Ear Temperature above 101 (38.3C) What do these numbers indicate? (Ans- Fever Pediatric patient fever (Ans- rectal temperature is 100.4 (38C) or above Normal Blood Pressure (Ans- Systolic is less than 120 and diastolic is less than 80 (120/80) Pre hypertension (Ans- sy...

CLIA Final Lab Management Test Questions and Answers 100% Pass **Question 1:** What is the primary purpose of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)? A.) To develop new laboratory technologies B.) To standardize and regulate laboratory practices C.) To increase the cost of laboratory tests D.) To eliminate all clinical testing Correct Answer: B.) To standardize and regulate laboratory practices **Explanation:** CLIA was established to ensure the quality and reliab...