Hemolysis: Causes, Consequences, and Corrective Actions

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Continuing Education Credits

P.A.C.E.® Contact Hours: hour(s)

Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Science CE Credit Hours

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Objectives

  • Explain the mechanisms and causes of in vitro hemolysis during specimen collection, handling, and processing.
  • Identify common phlebotomy and transport-related practices that increase the risk of hemolysis.
  • Recognize the laboratory and analytical impact of hemolysis on commonly affected tests.
  • Apply evidence-based prevention, rejection, and troubleshooting strategies to reduce hemolysis-related errors.

Course Outline

  • Hemolysis Prevention & Troubleshooting
    • Why Preventing Hemolysis Matters
    • What is Hemolysis?
    • Common Causes of In Vitro Hemolysis
    • Laboratory Impact of Hemolysis
    • Detection of Hemolysis
    • Specimen Rejection & Result Management
    • Hemolysis Prevention Strategies
    • Troubleshooting Patterns & Root Cause Analysis
    • Quality Metrics to Monitor
    • Key Takeaways
  • References
    • References

Additional Information

This is a mini course designed to enhance learning and reinforce existing knowledge. It does not provide continuing education (CE) credit. The purpose of this course is to support ongoing professional development and review.