Sarmiento, Rhygn Ivan Neil P.

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Phlebotomy Materials
Syringe: A device used to withdraw
blood or other fluids from the body
for testing or medical purposes.

Multiple sample needle: A needle designed to

draw multiple blood samples without the need
to change the needle between collections,
reducing the risk of contamination.

Vacutainer adapter/ETS Holder: A tool that

securely holds vacutainer tubes during blood
collection, ensuring proper filling and sealing of
tubes for laboratory testing.
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Phlebotomy Materials
Blood tubes: Containers designed to
collect, store, and transport blood
samples for various laboratory analyses.

Butterfly needle: A small, winged needle that

enables precise and less traumatic blood
collection, often used for delicate or difficult
veins.

Tourniquet: A tight band applied around the

upper arm or leg to temporarily impede blood
flow, making veins more prominent and easier
to access during blood collection.
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Phlebotomy Materials
Alcohol swab: A pad or swab soaked in alcohol
used to disinfect the skin before blood
collection, reducing the risk of introducing
bacteria into the bloodstream.

Medical tape: Adhesive tape used to secure

bandages, dressings, or medical devices in place
after blood collection or other medical
procedures.

Glass slides: Thin, flat pieces of glass used to

hold specimens for microscopic examination or
analysis.
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Phlebotomy Materials
Cotton: Sterile cotton is used to apply pressure to the puncture site
after blood collection to stop bleeding. It's also utilized for cleaning
the area to reduce the risk of infection.

Cotton container: A sterile container designed to hold and dispense

sterile cotton for wound cleaning and dressing after blood
collection or other medical procedures.

Lancet: A small, disposable tool equipped with a sharp needle used

to prick the skin for obtaining a small blood sample, often for
glucose monitoring or other diagnostic tests.

Lancing device: A mechanism, usually spring-loaded or manually

operated, employed in conjunction with lancets to puncture the
skin for blood collection, especially in diabetic patients for self-
monitoring blood glucose levels.

PPE: Personal Protective Equipment refers to

specialized gear worn by healthcare professionals
during phlebotomy and various medical procedures to
minimize exposure to infectious agents or potentially
hazardous materials.