Sampling

Precautions during collection of blood samples:- The site of collection of blood must be clean, dry and sterile.- All the equipment used in collection must be clean, dry and sterile.- The blood sample must be collected on the wall of the tube toavoid the hemolysis.- Gentle mixing of the blood sample with the anticoagulant.- Avoid contamination of the blood samples with hairs or dirties.- The blood sample must be transferred directly to the laboratoryunder suitable conditions.