American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Phlebotomy Practice Exam

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What term describes blood leaking into the tissue around the draw site?

Hemorrhage
Hematoma
Hemolysis
Thrombosis

The correct answer is: Hematoma

The term that describes blood leaking into the tissue around the draw site is hematoma. A hematoma occurs when blood vessels are damaged during the process of drawing blood, leading to blood pooling in the surrounding tissue. This condition can manifest as swelling or discoloration of the skin at the site of the puncture. In this context, hemorrhage refers to a more significant loss of blood, typically involving a larger volume than what is seen in a hematoma, and may occur internally or externally. Hemolysis involves the breakdown of red blood cells, releasing hemoglobin into the plasma, which can affect test results but is not related to blood leaking into tissues. Thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel, which is unrelated to the leakage of blood into surrounding tissues. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for phlebotomists to ensure proper technique and minimize complications during blood draws.