MLS Diagnostic Procedures & Reporting

Question 1

Which diagnostic test is commonly used to detect bacterial infections in the bloodstream?

Accepted Answer

Blood Culture

Answer

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

Answer

Serum Electrolyte Panel

Answer

Lipid Profile

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of performing a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test?

Accepted Answer

To amplify DNA for detection of pathogens

Answer

To identify blood clotting disorders

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To measure blood glucose levels

Answer

To assess kidney function

Question 3

Which of the following tests is used to diagnose tuberculosis (TB)?

Accepted Answer

Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST)

Answer

Rapid Strep Test

Answer

D-dimer Test

Answer

Hematocrit Test

Question 4

Which diagnostic imaging technique is commonly used to visualize soft tissue structures such as the liver, kidneys, and heart?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound

Answer

X-ray

Answer

MRI

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CT Scan

Question 5

Which laboratory test is commonly used to assess thyroid function?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH)

Answer

C-reactive Protein (CRP)

Answer

Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

Answer

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)

Question 6

What is the primary reason for using a standardized format when reporting laboratory test results?

Accepted Answer

To ensure consistency and accuracy

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To reduce the time required for reporting

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To allow patients to interpret results on their own

Answer

To increase the number of tests ordered