Which of the following collection circumstances is LEAST likely to result in delayed clotting of a serum sample?
A) Collection was difficult, hemolyzing red cells.
B) Patient has an elevated white blood cell count.
C) Patient is taking an anticoagulant medication
D) Specimen is chilled soon after being collected.
Answer: Collection was difficult, hemolyzing red cells.
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