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phlebotomy-processing
Specimen Aliquoting
Always tested on the Phlebotomy
Transfer serum/plasma to secondary containers.
About this skill
Specimen aliquoting from primary tube to secondary container, preserving the gel barrier and avoiding cellular carry-over.
11 total steps
5 critical steps
Time limit: 5 min
What graders are watching for
- 1Label before transferring
- 2Don't disturb the gel barrier
- 3Use correct aliquot container for the test
Common mistakes (and how to avoid them)
- !Labeling after transferring
- !Disturbing the gel barrier
- !Using wrong container type
Practice this skill step-by-step
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