CLIA Waived Tests for Medical Assistants

Overview

• Medical assistants are permitted to perform CLIA waived tests.
• Important to understand the scope of practice for medical assistants, which may vary by state.

Types of CLIA Waived Tests

Urine Testing

• Dipstick/Reagent Strip Evaluation
• Pregnancy Tests
• Chemical Analysis
  • Obtain a urine specimen to be sent to the lab for chemical testing.

Blood Tests

• Hemoglobin
• Glucose
• PT/INR
  • Monitoring platelet function.
  • Assess clotting risk before surgery (risk for blood clots or bleeding).

Other Tests

• Cholesterol Testing
• Fecal Stool Testing
• Saliva Tests
• Nasal Smears
  • COVID-19 smears
  • Influenza smears
• Vaginal Smears
• Throat Swabs
• Rapid Strep Testing
• Drug Testing
• Mono Testing