Extracting blood from patients through venipuncture or finger sticks.

* Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.

* Preparing specimens for transportation, including labelling vials accurately and matching blood specimens to patients.

* Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients.

* Obtains blood specimens by performing venipuncture's and finger sticks.

* Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures.