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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.
When lead oxide is heated in a test tube, the walls become coated with lead metal. This occurs as the lead oxide decomposes at high temperatures, releasing oxygen and resulting in the reduction of lead oxide to metallic lead. The lead vapor then condenses on the cooler walls of the test tube, forming a coating.
Red test tubes are typically used for the blood type Rh factor test.
The color of the test tube for A1C testing can vary, but it is commonly purple or lavender in color. This color helps to indicate the specific type of test being performed.
The test tube for BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) is typically light green or gray.
HbA1C test tubes are typically light purple in color, signifying that the blood sample is for a chemistry test.
A clear or transparent test tube is typically used for a lipid test to easily observe any color changes or reactions that occur during the test.
A clear or colorless test tube is typically used when performing a sodium test to accurately observe the color changes in the solution. If a colored test tube is used, it may interfere with the interpretation of the results.
The tan test tube is used for lead determinations. in other words to check lead levels
A gold or yellow test tube is commonly used for ferritin testing.
A red tube with no anticoagulant is typically used for an AFP test.
The tube top color for an acid phosphatase blood test is lavender.
Gray tube
Tan Stopper
The color of the tube that is most often used for hematology CBC tests are
The color of the tube for a chemistry test will vary depending on the specific test being done and the type of sample being collected. Common colors include red, lavender, green, blue, and gold. It is important to follow the specific instructions provided for the test to ensure the correct tube is used.
The correct color tube for a thrombin test is typically a light blue tube. This tube contains sodium citrate as an anticoagulant, which is needed for coagulation studies.