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What is Therapeutic Phlebotomy?

What is Therapeutic Phlebotomy?

This procedure can be used to treat a wide variety of different conditions. Usually, it is completed to reduce the level of RBCs, allow transfusions of RBCs with normal levels of hemoglobin or reduce the iron overload that might be present in the bloodstream.
How Do You Become a Phlebotomist in California

How Do You Become a Phlebotomist in California?

How can you become a phlebotomist in CA? The California Department of Public Health (CDPH). They help to oversee phlebotomists in the state to check that they are all working in the right way, and they oversee how phlebotomists get certified.
What Education Do You Need to Be a Phlebotomist

What Education Do You Need to Be a Phlebotomist?

The main role of phlebotomists is that they do blood work that is then used in laboratory testing, as well as for blood transfusions, including medical studies too.
Phlebotomy Procedure

Phlebotomy Procedure Step by Step

When practicing phlebotomy, medical professionals must have extreme caution. Not following the procedure correctly can result in invalid test results, injury, or death. To master this process, phlebotomists must be detail-oriented.
should i take a phlebotomy class

Should I take a Phlebotomy Class?

With the phlebotomist job market booming, it is not unwise to explore your options in becoming one. Are phlebotomy classes really worth it though? Let’s take a look at how strongly we recommend phlebotomy classes, what the courses consist of, and how to choose the program that best fits you.
what does venipuncture mean

What Does Venipuncture Mean?

If you are familiar with medical terminology, then you’ve likely heard of “venipuncture.” It plays a key role in the world of phlebotomy. Let’s take a closer look at what venipuncture truly means, the basic steps in the venipuncture process, common venipuncture equipment, and the various withdrawal sites.
How Much is Phlebotomy School in California

How Much is Phlebotomy School in California

Future phlebotomists should attend postsecondary education to learn essential phlebotomy concepts and techniques. But how much is phlebotomy school in California? Let's take a look.
phlebotomy exam

The NCPT: Your Path to the NCCT Phlebotomy Exam

While passing the NCPT Exam and achieving certification is not required to practice in the field, it is highly recommended in order to strengthen your credibility and lead to a preferable phlebotomist career. Let's examine the best methods of earning certification.
Online Phlebotomy Training Program

Applying to an Online Phlebotomy Training Program in California

What makes an online phlebotomy training program credible? Read this article to learn more about accredited phlebotomy schools and PhlebotomyU’s online training course.
Online Phlebotomy Course

How to Register for PhlebotomyU’s Online Phlebotomy Course for California

For phlebotomists who want to work in California, it is not easy to receive these licenses while moving from out of state. PhlebotomyU designed our advanced online course for this sole purpose.
Order of Draw

Order of Draw for Phlebotomy & Study Guide

Let’s break down the order by tube and color as well as explore some ways to easily memorize and retain for life! Here's a useful study guide, mnemonic and color coded cheat sheet. Master the order of draw!
research study assistant

Phlebotomy Jobs: Research Study Assistant

Research study assistants primarily support the research team. While every discipline has research study assistants, phlebotomists utilize their skills in scientific and experimental research.