When should blood collection tubes be labeled?
A) Before leaving the lab, to make sure there is a tube for every test requested on the requisition
B) At the patient's bedside, before taking the blood
C) At the patient's bedside, after taking the blood
D) As soon as you return to the lab after collecting the blood

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Blood collection tubes should always be labeled at the patient's bedside after taking the blood in order to ensure that the results are accurately matched with the correct patient. This also helps to prevent any errors or mix-ups that could occur if labeling is delayed.

When Should Blood Collection Tubes Be Labeled