Explain what happens (increase, decrease, no affect) to the following analytes in an improperly stored specimen and WHY
What will be an ideal response?
a. Glucose is decreased due to glycolysis by bacteria.
b. Ketones are decreased due to volatilization and bacterial metabolism.
c. Bilirubin is decreased by photo oxidation to biliverdin by exposure to light.
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A) swept to the right. B) compressed by the blade. C) swept to the left. D) pulled forward.
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When treating a poisoning patient, what should be one of your main objectives?
A) Administering Narcan B) Determining the reason for the poisoning C) Preventing aspiration D) Administering syrup of ipecac
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