Question

Which of the following actions would result in a grossly hemolyzed specimen?

A) An incorrect order of draw
B) An Incorrect needle gauge
C) Applying the tourniquet too close to the draw site
D) Failure to invert the tube

Answer 1

The action that would result in a grossly hemolyzed specimen is failure to invert the tube.

Step-by-step explanation:

The action that would result in a grossly hemolyzed specimen is failure to invert the tube.

When blood is collected for medical analysis, it is important to invert the tube several times to ensure proper mixing of blood with anticoagulant or clot activator present in the tube. If the tube is not inverted, the blood may not mix properly, leading to hemolysis - the breakdown of red blood cells - which can result in a grossly hemolyzed specimen.