when performing a skin puncture, which of the following may NOT help prevent hemolysis of the specimen?

when performing a skin puncture, which of the following may NOT help prevent hemolysis of the specimen?



A. squeezing the finger continuously to assure adequate blood drops
B. gently mix the collection contains with anticoagulants during the collection
C. allow the blood to form a drop then touch the drop to the collection container
D. ensure the alcohol used to clean the spot has complete dried prior to performing the puncture


Answer: A. squeezing the finger continuously to assure adequate blood drops


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