A blue tube is typically used for coagulation tests, most commonly for prothrombin time (PT) and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT). These tests assess the blood's ability to clot and are crucial for monitoring patients on anticoagulant therapy or for diagnosing bleeding disorders. The blue tube usually contains sodium citrate as an anticoagulant, which helps preserve the sample for accurate testing.
Red top, no gel.
For a type and screen test, you typically use a lavender or purple-top tube, which contains EDTA as an anticoagulant. This tube is specifically designed for hematology tests and is suitable for preserving blood cell morphology. Always check specific laboratory protocols, as practices may vary.
To measure the depth of a test tube, you can use a ruler or caliper. A ruler can be placed alongside the test tube to read the depth directly, while a caliper can provide a more precise measurement by fitting snugly inside the tube. If the test tube is transparent, you could also use a water level to gauge the depth by marking the water level as it is filled.
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The color tube you use when drawing blood for a lab test depends on the type of test you are running. For a Na blood test you would use a red tiger strip tube.
Red test tubes are typically used for the blood type Rh factor test.
Black top (sodium citrate tube) or light blue tube. They both contain sodium citrate. I failed this question on my final, I knew a black top tube is used but it was not given to me as a choice. I did not think hard enough to come to the conclusion that a light blue tube would be another option.
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For an albumin test, the recommended blood tube is a red-top tube or a serum separator tube (SST) as it does not contain any anticoagulant, which is necessary for the accurate measurement of albumin levels.
A light blue tube is typically used for a prothrombin time (PT) test.
To obtain serum for a blood test you need to use a tube without any anticoagulant. You use a needle and the tube to draw blood from a persons veins.
To obtain serum for a blood test you need to use a tube without any anticoagulant. You use a needle and the tube to draw blood from a persons veins.
A light blue top tube is typically used for Protime blood collection, as it contains sodium citrate as an anticoagulant.
A light blue tube is typically used for hemostasis tests, such as prothrombin time (PT) and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) tests. The light blue top tube contains sodium citrate as an anticoagulant to preserve the blood sample for accurate testing.
Lavender CBC is complet blood count
Light Blue. The additive in these tubes is usually Na+ Citrate and there is a marking on the test tube to indicate the minimum fill. Blood must come at least up to the line or it will not be acceptable.