Why should a phlebotomist not transfer a specimen to a different labeled tube if they accidentally mis-label the first collection tube?
a. It could lead to misidentification of the patient and the specimen, potentially causing harm to the patient if the wrong treatment is administered.
b. It could lead to inaccurate test results and a misdiagnosis for the patient.
c. It could violate laboratory and hospital policies, leading to disciplinary action for the phlebotomist.
d. It could compromise the integrity and accuracy of the specimen, rendering it unusable for testing.