CCMA Laboratory Procedures 2

Question 1

What does the acronym CLIA stand for in the context of medical laboratory testing?

Accepted Answer

Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments

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Certified Laboratory Infection Assessment

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Clinical Licensing and Inspection Agency

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Certified Laboratory Instrument Analysis

Question 2

When performing a fingerstick blood glucose test, which finger is most commonly recommended?

Accepted Answer

Ring finger (lateral aspect)

Answer

Thumb

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Index finger

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Little finger

Question 3

A rapid strep test result shows a single control line with no test line. How should the medical assistant interpret this result?

Accepted Answer

Negative for Streptococcus A

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Positive for Streptococcus A

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Invalid result — repeat the test

Answer

The patient requires a throat culture

Question 4

Which of the following tests is used to screen for influenza A and B at the point of care?

Accepted Answer

Rapid influenza diagnostic test (RIDT)

Answer

RAST test

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C-reactive protein (CRP) assay

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Mono spot test

Question 5

Why is quality control (QC) testing performed before running patient samples in the laboratory?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the reagents, equipment, and technique are producing accurate and reliable results

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To calibrate the patient's chart

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To test the medical assistant's competency

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To clean the testing equipment before use

Question 6

A hemoccult (fecal occult blood) test is used to detect:

Accepted Answer

Hidden blood in the stool

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Bacteria in the stool

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Fat malabsorption

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Intestinal parasites

Question 7

Which of the following specimens should be transported to the laboratory in a light-protected container?

Accepted Answer

Specimens for bilirubin testing

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Blood cultures

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Urine for culture and sensitivity

Answer

Throat swab for rapid strep