Course Description


In this course students are introduced to basic human anatomy, the principles of safe biologic specimen collection and patient preparation.

Upon successful completion learners will be able to:

  •  Recognize blood vessels, layers and properties (arteries, capillaries, and veins);
  •  Identify vein names and characteristics;
  •  Identify suitable veins; and
  •  Identify the selection of tubes and the sequence of draw