Heart Biomarker Evaluation in Apnea Treatment

4.2.4.6 Preparation for Specimen Collection

Preparation for specimen collection is done in the following manner. Prior to arrival of any participants:

1. Make sure venipuncture supplies are stocked and the tubes and cryovials are labeled.
2. Check that the sample processing station is properly equipped. Every item on the checklist must be ready and in its proper position.
3. Make sure the phlebotomy tray or cart is tidy and stocked with extra smelling salts, basin, wash cloths, and that the draw tube mixer is functional.
4. Label the tubes and cryovials with the participant ID (if not previously done).
5. Approximately 10 minutes before scheduled blood specimen collection, fill styrofoam ice bath ¾ full with crushed ice.