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Ch. 9 Key Terms
Key Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Hematoma | A reddened, swollen area where blood collects under the skin. |
| Hemoconcentration | An increase in the ratio of formed elements to plasma caused by leaving the tourniquet on too long or too tight. It can alter some test results. |
| Hemolysis | Can occur if the tourniquet is too tight or left on too long. Destruction of red blood cells can alter test results. |
| Palpation | Feeling |
| Petechiae | Small red spots on the skin, caused by a tourniquet that is too tight. |
| Requisition | Form specifying which tests must be run or which samples to collect. |