Diagnostic Tests

It ensures the integrity of test results.

It speeds up the testing process.

It reduces the cost of testing.

It eliminates the need for trained personnel.

Patient's age

Patient's name

Test performed

Kit, reagent strip, reagent lot numbers, expiration dates

To measure blood pressure

To screen for anemia and measure hemoglobin and hematocrit

To test for glucose levels

To determine cholesterol levels

Hemoglobin

Glucose

Hematocrit

Total red blood cell count

Glucose Tolerance Test

Hemoglobin A1C

Cholesterol Testing

Mononucleosis Testing

To determine blood sugar control over the past 2-3 months

To diagnose mononucleosis

To test for cholesterol levels

To detect the presence of EBV antibodies

Cholesterol is a steroid found in the body.

Levels over 200 mg/dL can cause atherosclerosis or arteriosclerosis.

Tests should be collected as fasting specimens.

Cholesterol numbers considered ideal are always below 100 mg/dL.

Epstein Barr virus (EBV)

Herpes simplex virus

Influenza virus

Hepatitis B virus

Enzyme immunoassays (EIA)

Rapid antigen test

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Western blot

Perform quality controls at the beginning of each day

Always provide clear, concise, written instructions to patients

Assume patients know all about a procedure if they've had it before

Log results before reporting patient results