PHLB 115PHLEBOTOMY

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Focus of this course is to demonstrate appropriate blood specimen procurement techniques using vacutainer, syringe, winged infusion/butterfly with syringe and capillary puncture methods. Other specifics of the blood specimen testing requirements, such as collection into the correct evacuated tube (additive) , specimen handling procedures, and collection documentation is also covered; while assuring safe, confidential and professional environment for the parent, and as the phlebotomy technician. Practical experience which will include a minimum of 30 successful venipunctures and 10 successful capillary sticks. Prerequisites: Student must be able to provide proof of high school graduation or GED program. Course Note: $134 course fee.