Description
PHL1020 Phlebotomy Basics (4 Credits)
This course explores the principles of phlebotomy and the advanced topics necessary to become certified and employed as a phlebotomist in the medical setting. Topics covered include equipment and supplies needed for venipuncture, the venipuncture procedure, preanalytical errors, specimen processing, and capillary blood sample collection. This course also included EKG testing, non-blood specimens, point of care testing (POC), and arterial puncture. Prerequisites: PHL1010 Clinical Laboratory Basics (3 credits) required.