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Which laboratory test is commonly used to measure blood glucose levels?

Blood Glucose Test

Explanation

Measures glucose concentration in blood.

What is the primary purpose of a coagulation test in a clinical laboratory?

Evaluating blood clotting ability

Explanation

Assesses blood's ability to clot.

Which of the following is an example of a point-of-care testing (POCT) device used for rapid glucose monitoring?

Glucometer

Explanation

Provides immediate blood glucose levels.

In the context of laboratory safety, what does MSDS stand for?

Material Safety Data Sheet

Explanation

Provides safety information for hazardous materials.

What is the purpose of a differential blood count in a hematology laboratory?

Identifying and counting different types of blood cells

Explanation

Determines proportions of various blood cell types.

What is the purpose of a Gram stain in bacteriology?

Identify bacterial species

Explanation

Distinguishes bacteria based on cell wall characteristics.

What does PCR stand for in the context of laboratory testing?

Polymerase Chain Reaction

Explanation

Amplifies DNA sequences for analysis.

In a clinical chemistry laboratory, what is the primary purpose of a spectrophotometer?

Quantifying enzyme activity

Explanation

Measures absorbance of substances for enzyme activity assessment.

Which laboratory technique is commonly used for separating and analyzing macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins?

Gel Electrophoresis

Explanation

Separates macromolecules based on size and charge.

#10

What is the purpose of an ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) in laboratory diagnostics?

Detecting antibodies or antigens

Explanation

Identifies specific antibodies or antigens in a sample.

#11

Which of the following laboratory tests is used to diagnose infectious diseases by detecting the presence of antibodies in a patient's blood?

Serology

Explanation

Identifies infectious diseases by detecting specific antibodies.

#12

Which type of laboratory test is commonly performed to assess liver function and detect liver diseases?

Liver Function Test (LFT)

Explanation

Assesses liver function and detects liver disorders.

#13

Which type of laboratory test is used to assess kidney function?

Serum creatinine test

Explanation

Evaluates kidney function based on creatinine levels in blood serum.

#14

What is the significance of a double-blind study in clinical laboratory research?

Minimizes bias in the results

Explanation

Ensures objectivity by keeping both researchers and subjects unaware of who receives treatment.

#15

Which laboratory test is commonly used for diagnosing and monitoring thyroid disorders?

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test

Explanation

Assesses thyroid function by measuring TSH levels.

#16

Which laboratory technique is commonly used for analyzing the structure and composition of organic compounds?

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

Explanation

Provides information on molecular structure and composition.

#17

In a molecular biology laboratory, what is the function of a DNA polymerase enzyme during the polymerase chain reaction (PCR)?

Amplify DNA sequences

Explanation

Duplicates DNA sequences for analysis.

#18

Which laboratory technique is commonly used for identifying and quantifying specific proteins in a sample?

Western Blot

Explanation

Detects and measures specific proteins via antibody binding.

Laboratory Testing and Procedures Quiz

Which laboratory test is commonly used to measure blood glucose levels?

What is the primary purpose of a coagulation test in a clinical laboratory?

Which of the following is an example of a point-of-care testing (POCT) device used for rapid glucose monitoring?

In the context of laboratory safety, what does MSDS stand for?

What is the purpose of a differential blood count in a hematology laboratory?

What is the purpose of a Gram stain in bacteriology?

What does PCR stand for in the context of laboratory testing?

In a clinical chemistry laboratory, what is the primary purpose of a spectrophotometer?

Which laboratory technique is commonly used for separating and analyzing macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins?

What is the purpose of an ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) in laboratory diagnostics?

Which of the following laboratory tests is used to diagnose infectious diseases by detecting the presence of antibodies in a patient's blood?

Which type of laboratory test is commonly performed to assess liver function and detect liver diseases?

Which type of laboratory test is used to assess kidney function?

What is the significance of a double-blind study in clinical laboratory research?

Which laboratory test is commonly used for diagnosing and monitoring thyroid disorders?

Which laboratory technique is commonly used for analyzing the structure and composition of organic compounds?

In a molecular biology laboratory, what is the function of a DNA polymerase enzyme during the polymerase chain reaction (PCR)?

Which laboratory technique is commonly used for identifying and quantifying specific proteins in a sample?

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