Episode
Phlebotomy Exam Prep 41, Chilled Specimens — Ice Slurry
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- Jun 7, 2026
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- 145
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This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The key analytes that require immediate chilling after collection, including ammonia, lactate, and ABGs. - Why metabolic processes like glycolysis can alter test results if specimens are left at room temperature. - The correct technique for chilling a specimen using an ice and water slurry for complete contact. - Common exam traps related to improper cooling methods, such as using only ice cubes. - How delays in chilling a specimen can compromise its integrity and lead to inaccurate results. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep