Phlebotomy Handbook Blood Specimen Collection from Basic to Advanced

“Phlebotomy Handbook: Blood Specimen Collection from Basic to Advanced” by Diana Garza is a comprehensive resource published by Pearson Education, Incorporated in 2018. This 10th edition spans 672 pages and is presented in English, making it accessible for students and healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge of blood collection techniques. The book provides a thorough overview of both fundamental and advanced concepts in phlebotomy, ensuring readers are equipped with the necessary communication, clinical, technical, and safety skills relevant to specimen collection procedures.

Readers will find that this handbook progresses from basic principles to more complex competencies, aligning with entry-level competencies of the NAACLS. The text covers a wide range of topics within the medical and allied health services fields, particularly focusing on hematology and clinical medicine. Additionally, a DVD video library demonstrating the procedures described in the book is available through Pearson’s Instructor Resource Center, further supporting the learning experience for those involved in phlebotomy and related practices.