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Why is Blood Specimen Labeling important-especially during transfusion?

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Clerical error is the most common cause of fatal hemolytic transfusion reactions. A major causeof clerical error is the mislabeling of the patient's blood specimen. The phlebotomist will notdraw blood until an armband properly identifies the patient. When an unidentified patient isadmitted to the Emergency Room and laboratory work is ordered, packet containingan armband with a medical record number should be used. If there are delays in this processthe phlebotomist may place a temporary green armband, (Typenex) with a unique number, onthe patient to facilitate swift identification. It is ESSENTIAL that this temporary armband remainon, even after the regular band has been put on.The individual who draws a specimen to be used for Transfusion Servicetesting MUST label the tube with their initials, the patient's first and last name, themedical record number, and the date and time drawn. Labeling must occur at thepatient's bedside.

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