Sentences with phrase «standard blood test results»

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A new genetic test that analyzes the free DNA floating in a pregnant woman's blood was proven to be more effective at predicting chromosomal disorders compared with standard screening tests, due to its much smaller incidence of false - positive results.

Additionally, studies show that depressed patients have reduced T4 transport across the blood brain barrier due to a defective transport protein, transthyretin, resulting in significantly reduced thyroid levels in the brains of depressed patients despite «normal» serum levels and standard thyroid tests (23,39,40) as well as a reduced TSH response to TRH (28 -31,43-50).

The current standards set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) require 95 percent of all glucometer test results to be within 20 percent of the actual blood glucose level for results greater than 75 mg / dl and within 15 mg / dl for values below 75 mg / dl.

International Cat Care believe that whenever genetic tests are run on cats for the selection of breeding stock, the gene test result should be linked to a method of permanently identifying the cat that has been tested (eg, a standard, internationally recognised microchip number), and that a vet should collect the sample (blood sample or cheek swab) so that the identification (microchip number) can be verified and recorded on the submission form and result.

Life insurance companies rating classes: • Preferred Plus • Preferred • Standard Plus • Standard Underwriting life insurance with anemia: • Currently stable iron deficient anemia, normal blood test results, no complications, normal hemoglobin 2 years since last episode = likely Preferred Plus rating -LSB-...]

• 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

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SHARP HEALTHCARE, Livermore Falls, ME (6/2010 to Present) Biology Lab Assistant • Prepare specimens for laboratory experiments by following appropriate standards and procedures • Set up, adjust, calibrate and maintain laboratory and field equipment • Troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure that it is in proper working order when needed during experiments • Prepare specimens that need to be used in experiments in accordance to specific instructions provided • Analyze experimental data and ensure that interpreted results are properly documented and reported • Assist in conducting research and collecting information and samples such as soil, water, plants, animals and blood • Measure and weigh compounds and other materials to be used for testing purposes • Monitor all laboratory work to ensure that it complies with set laboratory standards • Provide technical support to scientists and monitor and observe experiments to increase informational database • Feed and look after livestock and laboratory animals • Provide support to operational programs such as fish hatcheries and greenhouses