CLS 860 - Blood Collection

Institution:

University of Kentucky

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Description:

The theory and practice of blood collection related to routine and special specimen collection for clinical laboratory testing. Particular emphasis is placed on quality assurance and safe practice issues associated with venipuncture and skin puncture. Students perform venipunctures on artificial arms, actual patients and fellow students. The course includes a mandatory clinical component. Experience collecting venous blood specimens for laboratory testing. Students will receive instructions on proper procedures for phlebotomy and will practice on mannequin arms and each other prior to collecting blood from adult ambulatory and bed patients; pediatric patients; and nursery patients. Offered on a Pass/Fail basis only. Prereq: Admission into the Clinical Laboratory Sciences Professional Program, or consent of the instructor and completion of required immunizations.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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