Phlebotomy Technician (PLT) (PLT) Exam Blueprint

PLT

80Questions
100 minDuration
400/400/999 scaled scorePassing Score
$135Price
3 yearsValid For
1Languages
Practice Phlebotomy Technician (PLT) on QuizForge

Exam Domains

1 Venipuncture Technique and Patient Preparation 48%
2 Specimen Handling and Processing 18%
3 Anatomy and Physiology 8%
4 Infection Control and Safety Weight not published
5 Professionalism and Communication Weight not published

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice (single best answer)
FormatLinear fixed-form computer-based examination (CBE)
Online ProctoringAvailable
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name must match ASCP BOC registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- 3-year recertification cycle. Recertification requires 36 CE credits per 3-year cycle. CE must be in laboratory medicine or related clinical science. Recertification application submitted through ASCP BOC portal.
PrerequisitesCompletion of an accredited phlebotomy program or acceptable combination of education and clinical phlebotomy experience
Retake PolicyCandidates must wait 90 days between attempts. Maximum of 6 total attempts per credential. Full exam fee required for each attempt.
LanguagesEnglish

Official Study Resources