Specimen Handling & Pre-Analytic Errors

Tracking # 20-1373155

$125.00

There are no ratings for this course

Learn more

Educator ACADEMY OF LYMPHATIC STUDIES

CE Broker Reporting Reported automatically

Method Computer-Based Training

Course overview

This course provides an in-depth review of proper specimen handling and the prevention of pre-analytic errors in clinical practice. Nurses play a critical role in ensuring specimen integrity from collection through transport. This course explores common sources of pre-analytic error, including patient identification, collection technique, labeling, storage, and transport. Through case-based examples and practical strategies, learners will strengthen their ability to reduce diagnostic errors, improve patient safety, and ensure accurate laboratory results.

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

Florida Board of Nursing

APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need

3h General

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

3h General

Licensed Practical Nurse

3h General

Registered Nurse

3h General

Disclosure statements

Course Level: Intermediate

Audience: Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

CE Credits: 3 Contact Hours

Format: Asynchronous, self-paced

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify common types of pre-analytic errors in specimen collection and handling
Explain the impact of specimen errors on patient outcomes and diagnostic accuracy
Demonstrate best practices for specimen collection, labeling, and transport
Apply strategies to prevent contamination, degradation, and misidentification
Analyze clinical scenarios to identify and correct pre-analytic errors