Red/ Tiger top
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.
The correct color tube for chromosome screening is typically a lavender or purple-top tube, which contains EDTA as an anticoagulant. This tube is designed to preserve the integrity of DNA for genetic testing and cytogenetic analyses. Always check specific laboratory guidelines, as practices may vary.
The tube used for measuring Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels is typically a lavender or purple top tube. This color indicates that the tube contains EDTA, an anticoagulant that helps preserve the plasma for testing. However, some laboratories may also accept a serum separator tube (SST), which is usually gold or red. Always check specific laboratory guidelines for accurate tube requirements.
A triphosphor tube is a type of fluorescent tube that contains three different phosphors to produce a broader spectrum of light, resulting in better color rendering and a more natural light appearance. This type of tube is often used in areas where color accuracy and quality of light are important, such as in retail settings or in homes.
An HIV test is done in either an SST or red-top tube. It is NOT done in a royal blue tube. An HIV test submitted in a royal blue tube will be rejected.
SST tube (yellow color)
A red-top tube is typically used to perform a basic metabolic panel (BMP) in the laboratory.
A basic metabolic panel (BMP) typically uses a green-top tube for blood collection. This tube contains a lithium heparin additive to prevent clotting and is suitable for most chemistry tests included in a BMP.
Assuming that BMP stands for a Basic Metabolic Panel, the tube most commonly used in testing is a gold top or (serum separator tube).
A gold or red-top vacutainer tube is typically used for a basic metabolic panel (BMP) blood draw.
Red/ Tiger top
The color of the top tube for a BMP (Basic Metabolic Panel) blood draw is typically gold or red-gray, depending on the manufacturer. It is important to verify the specific tube color with the healthcare provider or laboratory performing the blood draw to ensure accurate collection.
A serum separator tube (SST) with a red or gold stopper is typically used to collect a basic metabolic panel (BMP). This type of tube allows for the separation of serum from the blood cells after centrifugation, which is important for accurate results in BMP testing.
Assuming that BMP stands for a Basic Metabolic Panel, the tube most commonly used in testing is a gold top or (serum separator tube).
A red-top or gold-top tube is typically used for a Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) test. It may vary depending on the laboratory or specific requirements, so it's always best to check with the specific facility where the test is being performed.
No, a red top tube is not suitable for drawing a basic metabolic panel (BMP). BMP tests typically require a serum separator tube (SST), which is usually a gold or tiger top tube, to allow for proper separation of serum from blood cells after centrifugation. The red top tube does not contain a separator gel, so it may not provide the necessary sample quality for accurate BMP results.
A tiger top tube ( the one that has serum at the bottom)