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The top tube used for a hepatic function panel is typically a gold or tiger top tube. These tubes contain a gel separator and clot activator, which help separate serum from the blood cells and promote clotting. They are used to collect blood samples for liver function tests as they preserve the serum for analysis.
A lavender-top tube is typically used for iron panel tests.
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A basic metabolic panel typically requires a serum separator tube (SST) or a lithium heparin tube for blood collection. These tubes are typically gold or red-gray in color.
A red-stoppered tube is typically used to collect a sample for a lipid panel test.
A yellow tube is typically used for lipid panels.
A green-top tube (heparin) is typically used for collecting blood samples for an electrolyte panel.
The color tube that may be used for a lipid panel test is typically a red or gold/tiger top tube. However, it's essential to check the specific requirements of the laboratory where the test will be conducted, as tube color conventions can vary.
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Hepatic function panel