MCQs in Medical Laboratory Technology 3rd edition

Here is a set of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to Medical Laboratory Technology. These questions can help you assess your knowledge on various topics in this field.

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### 1. **What is the primary function of the laboratory in a medical setting?**

A) To provide pharmaceutical advice
B) To perform diagnostic tests
C) To prescribe treatment
D) To administer vaccinations

**Answer:** B) To perform diagnostic tests

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### 2. **Which of the following tests is most commonly used to diagnose anemia?**

A) Complete blood count (CBC)
B) Liver function test (LFT)
C) Blood culture
D) Blood glucose test

**Answer:** A) Complete blood count (CBC)

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### 3. **Which type of specimen is used for a urine culture?**

A) Venous blood
B) Stool sample
C) Fresh urine sample
D) Sputum

**Answer:** C) Fresh urine sample

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### 4. **The microscope that uses both transmitted and reflected light for imaging is called:**

A) Electron microscope
B) Phase contrast microscope
C) Fluorescence microscope
D) Compound light microscope

**Answer:** C) Fluorescence microscope

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### 5. **What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose in a healthy adult?**

A) 50-100 mg/dL
B) 70-110 mg/dL
C) 90-140 mg/dL
D) 100-150 mg/dL

**Answer:** B) 70-110 mg/dL

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### 6. **Which of the following blood tests is used to monitor kidney function?**

A) Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
B) Serum cholesterol
C) Prothrombin time (PT)
D) Hemoglobin A1c

**Answer:** A) Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)

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### 7. **Which of the following is the most common anticoagulant used in hematology for blood collection?**

A) Sodium citrate
B) Potassium oxalate
C) Heparin
D) EDTA

**Answer:** D) EDTA

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### 8. **In the Gram stain procedure, which color does Gram-negative bacteria appear?**

A) Purple
B) Pink/red
C) Green
D) Blue

**Answer:** B) Pink/red

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### 9. **Which of the following is an example of a serological test?**

A) Complete blood count (CBC)
B) Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
C) Blood culture
D) Urine test strip

**Answer:** B) Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)

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### 10. **Which of the following is used to identify blood group?**

A) Antibody titer test
B) Coombs test
C) Hemoglobin electrophoresis
D) ABO and Rh typing

**Answer:** D) ABO and Rh typing

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### 11. **Which of the following is NOT a type of white blood cell?**

A) Neutrophils
B) Lymphocytes
C) Platelets
D) Eosinophils

**Answer:** C) Platelets

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### 12. **What does the term “hemolysis” refer to?**

A) The breakdown of red blood cells
B) The formation of blood clots
C) The production of white blood cells
D) The increase in platelet count

**Answer:** A) The breakdown of red blood cells

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### 13. **Which of the following is the most common site for venipuncture?**

A) Radial artery
B) Femoral vein
C) Median cubital vein
D) Jugular vein

**Answer:** C) Median cubital vein

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### 14. **Which of the following is an enzyme produced by the pancreas and helps in digestion?**

A) Amylase
B) Lipase
C) Protease
D) All of the above

**Answer:** D) All of the above

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### 15. **Which test is used to diagnose tuberculosis?**

A) Sputum culture
B) Chest X-ray
C) Tuberculin skin test (TST)
D) All of the above

**Answer:** D) All of the above

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### 16. **What is the main purpose of performing a hematocrit test?**

A) To measure blood glucose levels
B) To determine the percentage of red blood cells in the blood
C) To assess liver function
D) To determine the platelet count

**Answer:** B) To determine the percentage of red blood cells in the blood

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### 17. **Which of the following is the most common method for sterilizing laboratory equipment?**

A) Boiling
B) Autoclaving
C) Using disinfectants
D) Chemical sterilization

**Answer:** B) Autoclaving

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### 18. **Which test is commonly used for detecting and monitoring the progress of HIV infection?**

A) CBC
B) HIV viral load test
C) Pregnancy test
D) Urine drug test

**Answer:** B) HIV viral load test

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### 19. **In blood typing, anti-A antibodies will react with:**

A) B-type red blood cells
B) A-type red blood cells
C) O-type red blood cells
D) Rh-positive red blood cells

**Answer:** B) A-type red blood cells

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### 20. **Which laboratory test is typically used for monitoring liver function?**

A) BUN
B) ALT (Alanine aminotransferase)
C) CBC
D) Blood glucose

**Answer:** B) ALT (Alanine aminotransferase)

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These questions cover a broad range of topics in Medical Laboratory Technology and can serve as a helpful review or practice quiz. Let me know if you’d like more questions or explanations on any topic!