PLAB 1323 - Phlebotomy

Institution:

Houston Community College

Subject:

Description:

Skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis on infection prevention, patient identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, accessioning, professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.hccs.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 422-6111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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