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Plasma

This Medical Laboratory Science lesson in Clinical Chemistry supports laboratory science learning and laboratory interpretation for medical laboratory students and professionals.

Define plasma as a chemistry matrix, anticoagulant effects, and when plasma is preferred over serum.

Foundational20 min read15 sectionsClinical Chemistry
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Learning Objectives

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Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Section: Learning Objectives

Each objective below describes a competency you will apply at the chemistry bench, not rote definitions in isolation.

  • Define plasma and identify common anticoagulants used for chemistry
  • Explain additive and underfill effects on plasma results
  • Select plasma only when validated for the ordered method

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