Essays on Phlebotomy
Biomedical Scientists are instrumental in centred patient care as up to 70% of all diagnoses are based on pathology results and they are often considered to be ‘behind the scenes’ in healthcare. Diagnostic testing can identify conditions before they are clinically apparent, such as high cholesterol which can lead to heart disease or high glucose...
Phlebotomy includes invasive procedures that allows for the collection of blood for testing or donation. This is done by a needlestick to a vein which may be dangerous in the hands of phlebotomist with improper training. Because safety is a priority of the phlebotomist, we’re seeking ways that we can improve safety for both the...
Introduction/Background Our client is a 25-year-old woman who came to the clinic after setting off a metal detector on a vacation to California. When the client was being checked she thought she was coming down with something and complained about her joint pain. The 25-year-old woman’s hematocrit levels were normal, ferritin levels were greatly elevated,...