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GP41 | Collection of Diagnostic Venous Blood Specimens, 7th Edition

This standard provides procedures for the collection of diagnostic specimens by venipuncture.

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GP33 | Accuracy in Patient and Specimen Identification, 2nd Edition

This standard specifies the processes required to ensure accurate patient and specimen identification in manual and electronic systems across the health care organization. Processes include system design considerations, differences in requirements for patients with or without identification bands, and provisions for patients with communication barriers.

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