Ohio School of Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy is the collection of blood specimens for laboratory analysis and is used to diagnose and monitor medical conditions. It plays a key role in patient care. It is widely accepted that the quality of a laboratory test is only as good as the specimen that was obtained by the Phlebotomist. To achieve this level of quality, a highly trained professional is required. Due to growing demand, the complexity of laboratory testing, and the need to increase the efficiency and cost effectiveness of health care, phlebotomy has become a very specialized area of clinical laboratory practice. The term Phlebotomist is now used to describe this specialized position and this course is designed to prepare the student for these roles.