Intro to Phlebotomy

Catalog description

This course introduces students to proper collection, transport, and handling of blood including blood collection equipment, venipuncture, and capillary collection. Pre-analytic complications, specimen collection procedures, forensic toxicology, and collection from adult, pediatric, geriatric, home and long-term care clients are covered. Instruction also includes collection of urine and other body fluids. Laboratory experiences are included to reinforce the didactic content. Phlebotomists may seek employment inpatient hospital laboratory settings, out patient laboratories, physician offices, and medical clinics. A grade of "C" or better is required for passing.