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Kaitlyn Cummings

A licensed practical nurse for 14 years, Kaitlyn Cummings manages specimen collection at an outpatient draw station. Cummings previously worked in long-term care facilities and writes about diagnostic testing for Biology Insights.

How to Practice Phlebotomy: Steps, Skills, and Safety
What Is the Chain of Custody in Phlebotomy?
What Are the Consequences of Not Labeling Specimens Correctly?
Why Is Phlebotomy Important in Modern Medicine?
How to Properly Transport Blood Samples
Can You Donate Plasma on an Empty Stomach?
What Is a Hard Stick for Blood Draws and IVs?
What Is a Grossing Station in a Pathology Lab?
5 Ways to Prevent Blood Culture Contamination
What Is the Most Common Cause of Blood Culture Contamination?