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Blood Collection Tubes

Blood collection tubes, also refered to as phlebotomy tubes, including EDTA tubes, serum tubes, heparin tubes, and SST (serum separator tubes), are indispensable in medical diagnostics. These blood sample collection tubes allow healthcare professionals in laboratories, hospitals, clinics, and other settings to collect, store, and transport blood samples with precision and safety. Our comprehensive range ensures that blood samples are handled with the utmost care, enhancing the quality of patient care through accurate and efficient diagnostics.

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Benefits of High-Quality Blood Collection Tubes

Ensures Sample Integrity: Premium tubes significantly reduce the risk of sample contamination, minimizing the need for re-sampling.

Versatile Compatibility: Their adaptability with various testing machines makes them indispensable tools in medical diagnostics.

Improves Diagnostic Accuracy: The preservation of blood sample quality directly contributes to more accurate test results and better patient outcomes.

Types of Blood Collection Tubes

Our selection caters to specific diagnostic needs:

EDTA Tubes: These prevent blood clotting by binding calcium, essential for complete blood counts (CBC) and other hematological tests. Using non-EDTA tubes could result in clots, affecting cell counts and blood analysis.
Serum Tubes and SST Tubes: Designed for serum collection, these tubes allow blood to clot and separate serum for biochemical tests and immunoassays. Incorrect tubes might not properly separate serum, contaminating it with cells or fibrin and skewing results.
Heparin Tubes: Containing heparin to inhibit clotting, these tubes are used for plasma-based chemistry tests. Heparin ensures quick plasma extraction without clotting; using tubes without heparin for plasma tests could lead to unusable clotted samples.
Specialty Tubes: Equipped with additives for specific conditions like glucose tolerance tests, these tubes ensure the preservation of sample integrity, such as preventing glucose degradation. Using general tubes for such tests could lead to inaccurate glucose level readings due to glycolysis.

Choosing the Right Blood Collection Tube

Select tubes based on test requirements, sample volume, and handling needs. Considerations include tube size, additive type, and the color-coded caps that aid in quick identification.

Our Product Range

Explore our selection of blood tubes, from standard phlebotomy tubes to specialty tubes equipped with vacuum seals, safety caps, and pre-filled additives, meeting the diverse needs of healthcare professionals.

FAQ Section

Q: Which blood collection tube should I use for a specific test?

A: Choose based on test requirements. Color-coded caps and additives indicate their use, with yellow caps often for culture tests.

Q: Do blood collection tubes expire?

A: Yes. Using tubes past their expiration can affect sample integrity.

Q: What purpose do additives serve in these tubes?

A: Additives like anticoagulants preserve blood for specific types of tests.

Q: How should these tubes be stored?

A: Keep them in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

Q: How do serum and plasma tubes differ?

A: Serum tubes allow clotting for serum collection, while plasma tubes prevent clotting for plasma collection.

Customer Reviews and Testimonials Our blood collection tubes, praised by healthcare professionals for their reliability and efficiency, are trusted tools in diagnostics. Discover how they can improve your practice by reading testimonials from satisfied users.

Enhance your diagnostic capabilities today with our high-quality blood collection tubes. Shop now and find the perfect fit for your diagnostic needs, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.