Sentences with phrase «laboratory on blood samples»

Schiffman and his team conducted another series of experiments in the laboratory on blood samples from adult African elephants to find how these genes respond to DNA damage in the elephant cells.

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Crimson receives daily feeds of information on biosamples — mostly blood, but also urine, tissue, cerebrospinal fluid, and bacterial collections — from patients in Harvard - affiliated clinical laboratories and the pathology laboratory, which includes some 5000 blood samples collected daily at Brigham and Women's and Massachusetts General hospitals.

Five blood spots were placed on cards to be dried and measured against the whole blood samples in an off - site drug testing laboratory.

deCODE BreastCancer ™ is a DNA - based reference laboratory test performed using a simple blood sample or cheek swab, ordered by physicians on behalf of their patients.

Laboratory abnormalities detected on days of immunization were seen in blood samples that had been collected just prior to immunization.

Since 1997, he has directed the investigation of neurodegenerative diseases in the Nurses» Health Study and other large cohorts comprising more than 400,000 men and women who have provided detailed information on their dietary habits and lifestyle in addition to blood or cheek cell samples for genetic and other laboratory analyses.

Here's how it works: A sample of your blood, skin cells, or saliva is sent to a laboratory that runs tests on it to look for gene mutations associated with particular conditions.

On April 27, the Wyoming Livestock Board received negative laboratory results for equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV - 1) in a blood sample from a horse in Carbon County.

Laboratory test performed on a sample of blood to detect the presence of heartworms.

If these tests are not possible, the diagnosis must be made on a combination of other factors, including clinical signs and laboratory tests which can include blood tests and analysis of fluid sampled from the abdomen if the wet form is present.

On any given day, a vet tech might assist in surgery, take x-rays, administer anesthesia or medications, perform dental or laboratory procedures, take blood or other samples, or participate in record keeping, client relations, and practice management.

Veterinary assistants have many responsibilities, including assisting in examinations, laboratory testing, X-ray and ultrasound imaging, assisting with front office procedures, administering vaccinations, drawing blood, obtaining urine and fecal samples for testing, assisting and answering questions for clients, exercising dogs on their daily walks and much more.

Laboratory tests for Dirofilaria repens and Dirofilaria immitis microfilariae were carried out using a modified Knott's test on 1 milliliter whole blood sample collected in EDTA tube.

When a cat is positive on the in - office test, a blood sample should be sent to an outside laboratory to have the results confirmed or denied by a second method called the Western Blot.

• Skilled in verifying patient information and handling testing and sample collection activities accordingly • Committed to maintain specimen integrity by using dedicated aseptic techniques • Proficient in observing specimen isolation procedures and collaborating with nursing personnel to ensure appropriate collection times • Demonstrated expertise in performing bleeding - times by following exceptionally well - placed laboratory procedures • Focused on maintaining quality results by following dedicated department procedures and testing schedules • Proficient in resolving unusual test orders by liaising with physicians, pathologists and nursing stations • Hands - on experience in using a variety of needles and procedures to draw blood, depending on the quantity of blood required for sampling • Excellent skills in completing specimen data and recording it succinctly into laboratory databases • Adept at disposing of laboratory waste and contaminated sharps in accordance to applicable laws, standards and procedures • Competent at using vacuum tubes, syringes and butterfly venipuncture methods

Handle tasks of collecting blood, urine and sputum samples from patients as well as perform routine laboratory tests on samples

Lab Technician II — TRL Plasma Laboratories — January 2013 — Present • Monitor the heat sealing and aseptic sampling of plasma units; place units of plasma into freezer in timely manner in order to ensure quality of product • Label plasma samples and units properly and store according to policy; manage an average of 50 different plasma units on a regular basis • Evaluate refrigerator and freezer temperatures ad inform supervisor if equipment is malfunctioning • Maintain efficient and clean work environment and ensure inventory is stocked properly; answer phones and answer questions or transfer calls to appropriate departmentLab Technician I — ABC Medical Technologies, Inc. — May 2007 — January 2013 • Operated laboratory equipment, such as cell counters and microscopes, to analyze urine, blood, and tissue samples; recorded both normal and abnormal findings; had less than a.1 percent margin of error in sample findings • Used computerized instruments and automated equipment to perform multiple tests at one time; maintained calibration and proper function of equipment on a regular basis • Entered data from tests into physician reports; discussed abnormal results with supervisor and re-ran tests before logging data into patient's medical record

Lab Assistant — Parker Children's Hospital — March 2007 — May 2012 • Prepared specimens for analysis and distribution following laboratory procedures; performed laboratory functions and worked with quality and regulations indicators • Obtained blood from patients using fingerstick, heelstick, or venipuncture in order to procure blood samples for analysis; ensured correct patient identification through registration system and made sure that correct tests were ordered • Responded to patient needs, including attention to phone calls, courier deliveries, and removal of pneumatic tubes; referred unresolved issues to supervisory on duty • Filed and pulled pathology slides and performed proper tissue disposal when necessary; assisted supervising medical technologist with post-mortem specimens • Performed inventory and general maintenance of lab area; reported equipment repair needs and supplies required for efficient running of the lab

MOUNTAIN WEST MEDICAL CENTER, Brookfield, WI (3/2013 to Present) Phlebotomist • Greet patients and review lab request forms to determine what tests need to be performed • Schedule testing appointments and prepare specimen labels • Verify patient information by inquiring into patient identity and check patient tags to re-verify patient information • Use a variety of blood obtaining procedures such as venipunctures and butterfly needle punctures to draw blood • Collect samples in pre-labeled sample bottles and ensure that they are properly stored • Affix appropriate labels on specimens and prepare specimens for delivery / shipment purposes • Dispose of biological waste and needles in an appropriate and safe manner • Handle patient registration and order entry into the laboratory database system • Log in drawn specimens and add footnotes where appropriate • Provide patients with information on what to expect during blood drawing and when to expect results

Castle Medical Center, New York, NY (11/2012 to Present) Emergency Department Technician • Receive patients in emergency conditions and ensure that immediate preparations are carried out to deal with their conditions • Assist doctors and nurses in providing emergency care by providing them with necessary backup support • Take and record patients» vitals such as pulse, temperature and blood pressure • Record patient history by interviewing family members • Take and record insurance information and provide families with information on any copays • Bandage wounds after cleaning and sterilizing them and ensure any needed splints are installed • Observe patients» conditions and alert medical staff members of any changes that may need to be looked into • Take samples of body fluids and arrange for them to be sent to laboratories for testing purposes • Assist in positioning patients to ensure their physical comfort and wellbeing • Operate equipment such as heart monitors and ECG machines • Clean and maintain all instruments and equipment used during emergency care procedures • Maintain medical supplies such as rubbing alcohol, swabs, bandages and splints

• Taught 3 groups of CNAs in handling correct body alignment of patients and assisting them with range - of - motion exercises • Administered douches and enemas • Prepared sterile dressings • Assisted patients with ambulation and encourage them to take part in physical activities • Proficient in taking and recording patients» vitals such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure readings in an accurate fashion • Provided support to physical therapists in carrying out physical therapy exercises • Took blood and urine samples, transport them to laboratories and follow up on results

• Provided support to patients by assisting in handling personal needs such as toileting, grooming and washing • Checked patients» vitals and ensured that appropriate logs are maintained with accurate information • Administered medication prescribed by their doctors by first verifying them from patient charts and prescriptions • Ascertained the cleanliness and sanitation of patients» rooms on a constant basis • Took and secured blood and urine samples for testing purposes and followed up with laboratories to ensure delivery of results in a prompt manner

Interviews patients, measures vital signs and records information on patients» charts, draws and collects blood samples from patients, prepares specimens for laboratory analysis, and conducts a variety of diagnostic tests.

Tested patients blood glucose levels, Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care, Performed lab tests, Recorded patients medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records, Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing, Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies, Helped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, injections and suture removal, Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager, Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival, Collected urine and fecal samples,.

The primary outcome measures included diabetes management behaviors based on the Diabetes Self - Management Profile (DSMP) administered separately to mothers and youth and glycemic control measured by glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) obtained by blood samples and analyzed by a central laboratory to ensure standardization.