Books and References
for those who perform, supervise and teach blood collection procedures

CLSI Venipuncture Standard—H3-A6 (softbound)
The Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute’s (CLSI) newly revised Procedures for the Collection of Diagnostic Blood Specimens by Venipuncture (H3-A6) provides those who perform, teach and manage blood specimen collection procedures with a highly detailed document on the proper performance of the routine venipuncture. The revision contains important new considerations regarding specimen labeling, drawing from arms receiving IV fluids, nerve injury prevention, and much more.

Price: $200.00

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Applied Phlebotomy textbook
274 pages, color illustrations. Many Features including end-of-chapter exams; According to the Standards; Tips from the Trenches; resources for those who perform, teach, and manage specimen collection personnel. The perfect companion for the Applied Phlebotomy training videos.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins ( 2005)

Price: $29.95

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To the Point, Volume 1: Collection Protection
3 CEUs

Seven articles that originally appeared in our newsletter Phlebotomy Today, now transformed into our first To The Point™ CEU exercise.  Articles in Collection Protection include:

• Lab Coats
• Foot and Face Protection
• Gloves
• Handwashing
• Sharps Containers
• Hazardous Practices
• Safety Needles
• Exposure Management

Price each: 19.95 (Book only)
Optional P.A.C.E.^® Credit: Additional $15 when Exam/Evaluation form submitted
Accepted by all nationally recognized phlebotomy certification agencies except NCCT.

Volume 2 (3 CEUs)— Includes three articles:

• Controlling Blood Culture Contamination Rates
• See You in Court: Assessing Your Vulnerability to a Phlebotomy-Related Lawsuit;
• Preanalytical Errors that Occur After Specimen Collection.

Price each: 19.95 (Book only)
Optional P.A.C.E.^® Credit: Additional $15 when Exam/Evaluation form submitted.
Accepted by all nationally recognized phlebotomy certification agencies except NCCT.

Phlebotomy Exam Review - Third Edition (2008)
Ruth E. McCall, BS, MT(ASCP)
Cathee M. Tankersley, BS, MT(ASCP), CLS(NCA)

The ideal - and essential - exam review and study guide to help you review and prepare for phlebotomy training, licensing, and national certification exams. You will encounter not only a comprehensive review of the most current phlebotomy theory and practice but also the most extensive range of exam-style questions available. With efficient review and practice, this book helps you fine-tune your understanding and retention of complex information and gain the confidence you need for success on the exam. (Free CD included)

Price: $51.95

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Phlebotomy Tips Card
Phlebotomists and other healthcare professionals with specimen collection responsibilities who carry this durable, laminated compact card from patient to patient are regularly reminded of key concepts in the CLSI venipuncture standard including the ORDER OF DRAW. This convenient card includes 11 tips on proper specimen collection contained in the standard such as: the proper angle of needle insertion, the preferred veins of the antecubital area, and many more. It now comes with the view of the antecubital area featuring veins, arteries, and the nerves.
Specifications: 3.5" X 5.5", 4 color, 2 sided, laminated card stock.

Price $9.95 (12 Pack)
$34.95 (50 Pack)

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Phlebotomy Today Archives CD

The Center for Phlebotomy Education has made available the archives of Phlebotomy Today . This includes all 81 back issues in printer-friendly format since the first electronic version published in March of 2000. Phlebotomy Today Archive CD is packed with technical and management articles on all aspects of specimen collection, as well as news stories affecting the industry, all searchable by keyword.

Windows XP Operating system required

Price: $49.95

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Phlebotomy Today Back Issues
Archived for immediate download

Looking for a particular topic? Purchase the issue that interests you most.
Access the Library of Articles Here.

Price per issue: $9.95

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