Disinfection reduces the number of organisms on the surface of an item, but proper sterilization eliminates or destroys all organisms on the surface of an item or in a fluid.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are directions for performing test procedures ensuring safety and safety of specimens. 

You receive a blood specimen that appears to have its cap ajar, but no spill has occurred.   Do you reject this specimen right away? [A1] What do you do with this specimen? [A2]

Disinfection is the process of:

Match the description to the appropriate step in regards to fire extinguisher operation.

Supervisors, managers, or laboratory directors do not need to be notified of exposures or injuries in the laboratory.

Disinfection is defined as:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Antisepsis is the process of:

“Sharps” are items that are capable of poking, cutting, or stabbing and include all of the following EXCEPT: