Phlebotomist

The Role Of Phlebotomy Technicians In The Healthcare Industry

October 22, 2011

An important diagnostic tool within the medical industry is analyzing and evaluating the blood of a patient. The blood can indicate a myriad of concerns and a thorough analysis of the blood can can be of tremendous help in the diagnosis of disease. Phlebotomy is the medical term that is used to describe the act [...]

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Tips To Getting Your Phlebotomy License

October 13, 2011

The licensing of health professionals, including phlebotomists, is typically conducted by the state in which you reside. As of this time, most states do not require a license to be a practicing phlebotomist, with California and Louisiana being the exceptions. Even though the states may not require licensing, the majority of employers will require that [...]

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Mobile Phlebotomists

August 30, 2011

A mobile phlebotomist is one who is trained in the science and practice of blood collection, but often travels between locations, including to a patients place of residence for blood draw procedures. Mobile phlebotomists receive the same training and certification as a phlebotomist who is located in one facility and are required to follow the [...]

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Blood Draw

August 8, 2011

A blood draw is the process of removing blood samples form an individual for the purpose of testing. The process does not take a long time, but the time it does take depends on how accessible the veins are. If the subject’s veins are small, they may be hard to access, as well as, if [...]

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