http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk "Providing Medical Training to Healthcare Practitioners" Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:45:04 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Royal Derbyshire Hospital in Derby has employed a new robotic blood testing system that processes routine blood tests and releases the results in just a few hours. Every day the hospital receives more than 2, 500 blood samples from GP surgeries.  Prior to the introduction of the new robotic technology ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/robot-speeds-up-blood-test Erythrocytes – these are the mature red blood cells. Unlike the body’s other cells they do not possess a nucleus.  They contain haemoglobin and distribute oxygen. Leukocytes – these are the white blood cells that are central to the immune systems response against incoming pathogens. Thrombocytes – also known as platelets which ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/cellular-components Proteins – there are three proteins found in blood plasma.  1) Fibrinogen which is essential for clotting 2) albumin, which is produced by the liver and maintains blood osmotic pressure and volume 3) globulin proteins which help with the production of antibodies. Gases –these include carbon dioxide, nitrogen and oxygen. Other important ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/plasma-substances If you are injured and cut yourself fibrin forms part of your body’s emergency response unit. It is a tough protein substance that forms long thread-like chains. A cut in the skin must be closed quickly so that virsuses, bacteria and fungi cannot enter and cause infection.  When a blood vessel ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/fibrin-%e2%80%93-friend-and-foe Blood – the poet’s and artist’s muse.  This is part two of our look at some of the funny and thoughtful quotes tainted with blood. “Music is not written in red, white and blue. It is written in the heart's blood of the composer.” – Nellie Melba, superstar soprano “The word 'politics' ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/blood-flow-belts-and-simon-cowell Blood is the vital life force that flows through us, and it’s also the source of some funny and thought provoking quotes. “Playwriting gets into your blood and you can't stop it. At least not until the producers or the public tell you to.” - T. S. Eliot, poet and playwright “Blood ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/blood-makes-lousy-lemonade From the very first day of training phlebotomists have to know the importance of correctly labelling blood samples.  It cannot be emphasised enough that patient care depends on it. The possible outcome of failing to follow your facility's labelling protocol could be disastrous for a patient.  It could lead to over-treatment, ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/the-importance-of-identity There are so many rules, procedures and manuals covering the drawing of blood specimens that we thought we’d boil down the essentials into 7 golden rules.  They’ll not only help you the phlebotomist but will also ensure that patients will become your new best friends – well almost! 1)      Guard against ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/the-seven-golden-rules-of-phlebotomy Newborn blood screening is a vital part of the national child public health programme and it is offered to every baby in the United Kingdom.  The aim is to identify those infants who are at high risk of having some medical conditions before the symptoms develop. Conditions that are tested for ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/neonatal-heel-prick-and-cuddles Blood groups were discovered in 1901 by the Austrian biologist and physician Karl Landsteiner (1868-1943). In 1875 he pointed out that when people are given blood transfusions from other animals the foreign blood corpuscles are clumped and broken up in blood vessels.  This clumping can cause toxic reactions, with fatal consequences. Landsteiner ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/the-discovery-of-blood-groups William Harvey was the man who discovered the circulation of blood.  Born in Folkestone, Kent on 1 April 1578, he was educated at King's College, Canterbury and then studied at Cambridge University. After a study trip to Italy he returned to England in 1602 to practice as a physician. His ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/who-was-william-harvey A phlebotomist has a vital job in healthcare. The main responsibility is to collect blood from patients and then send it away for analysis. But there are a whole range of other tasks that have to be performed as part of your daily routine. These ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-are-the-duties-of-a-phlebotomist Phlebotomists work in a variety of settings including hospitals, pathology laboratories and nursing homes. You must be able to skillfully draw blood whilst minimizing the pain for patients. You do not need to have a stash of qualifications to embark on a phlebotomy career, but most employers favour those who have ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-qualifications-does-a-phlebotomist-need Phlebotomy is a medical skill and for non-medical practitioners training is the only way forward to learn how to draw blood correctly. It is also the best way of gaining your Certificate of Competency. Training to become a phlebotomist usually takes up to six months and is almost entirely on ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-training-do-i-need-to-become-a-phlebotomist Although plastic collection containers are now in widespread use, blood spills can and do still occur and sometimes this may also involve broken glass as well. Your institution should have clearly visible guidelines about what to do in such a situation, but in general the following steps should be ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/blood-spills If you want to be a great phlebotomist who is much in demand and stands apart from the rest of the field then a Certificate of Competency will help you to achieve your goals. Although there are no pre-requisite qualifications needed to become a phlebotomist in the UK a Certificate of ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/why-do-i-need-a-certificate-of-competency A phlebotomist is at the frontline of patient care and as such is a great risk of being exposed to pathogens. Infection by a pathogen occurs when a microbe such as a virus, bacterium, fungi, or protozoa invades the body, multiplies and causes a disease in the process. Although most microbes ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/how-to-prevent-the-spread-of-pathogens Many phlebotomists feel that the most satisfying part of their job comes from being in the front line of patient care. They feel great reward from playing a vital role in improving the health and wellbeing of the patients they meet. And they are made to feel a ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-are-the-most-satisfying-parts-of-being-a-phlebotomist You’ve made the big decision that you want to become a phlebotomist and play an integral part in patient healthcare, but how do you go about getting the job? The first thing to note is that you do not need any specific qualifications to be able to draw blood. However, ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/how-do-i-become-a-phlebotomist During a phlebotomy procedure blood is generally taken from veins in the arm of a patient, though hand veins can sometimes be used. The three most commonly used veins in phlebotomy are the cephalic, median cubital and basilic veins. They are found in the antecubital region which is the area of ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/veins-used-in-phlebotomy There has never been a better time to get a job as a phlebotomist, as opportunities are increasing at a rapid rate. With staff turnover and the rise of more health screening initiatives there is an urgent need for highly skilled and well trained professionals. This growth is ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-opportunities-are-there-to-get-a-job-as-a-phlebotomist Haemochromatosis is a condition where the body absorbs too much iron from the diet. Although it is an essential nutrient it can cause major league problems if the body cannot get rid of excess amounts. Iron can accumulate in organs and damage them. Therapeutic phlebotomy (TP) is an ideal ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/haemochromatosis-and-phlebotomy-a-therapeutic-use-of-phlebotomy The good news is that you have already made a positive impression on your prospective future employers. They have seen something in your CV or application form that tells them that you have potential. You have stood out from the many hundreds of applicants. Sure, others are ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-should-i-expect-in-an-interview-for-a-phlebotomy-position One of the great challenges of phlebotomy is calming down a patient who is needle phobic. It makes the job of a phlebotomist much tougher and is a serious concern. It has been estimated that more than 10% of the population has an extreme and intense fear of needles. For some ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/how-to-deal-with-needle-phobics Phlebotomy is a rapidly expanding field and it can offer you a dynamic medical career. There are a number of opportunities for advancement and promotion for those who want to climb higher. Just like any other industry career progression is something that has to be worked at and ... http://www.phlebotomy.org.uk/phlebotomy101-common-questions/what-opportunities-are-there-for-promotion-once-i-become-a-phlebotomist Bloodletting as a means of healing illness dates back to 1,000 years BC to the Egyptians on the River Nile. Today, it is valued as a diagnostic tool, although it can be a life-saver for people with heamochromatosis. 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