Ionized calcium is one test that needs the sst tube.
The color tube used for AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) testing is typically a red or gold top tube, which indicates it is for serum testing. It is recommended to follow the specific instructions provided by the laboratory where the testing will be done.
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.
A Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) typically requires a serum separator tube (SST) or a gel-barrier tube. These tubes are commonly gold or red-striped tops. The gold or red-striped top tube is used to collect a blood sample for various tests, including those in a BMP, which measures basic metabolic markers like glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function.
To collect a serum specimen, you can use a serum separator tube (SST), which typically contains a gel that facilitates the separation of serum from blood cells during centrifugation. Other options include plain red-top tubes, which do not contain any additives. Both types of tubes should be allowed to clot before centrifugation to ensure optimal serum yield.
SST distribution, or sea surface temperature distribution, can affect weather by influencing the movement of air masses, ocean currents, and the formation of weather systems such as hurricanes and typhoons. Warmer SSTs can lead to increased atmospheric moisture and energy, potentially resulting in more intense and frequent precipitation events. Changes in SST can also impact global climate patterns, such as the El Niño and La Niña phenomena.
SST tube (yellow color)
The gold or SST (serum separator tube) tube is typically used for prealbumin testing.
A gel tube and an SST (Serum Separator Tube) are often used interchangeably, as they both contain a gel that separates serum from blood cells during centrifugation. However, SST tubes specifically refer to a type of gel tube designed for serum collection, typically containing a clot activator. While all SST tubes are gel tubes, not all gel tubes may be SSTs, as some may be used for different types of tests. Always check the specific lab requirements for the type of tube needed.
A green or lavender top tube can be used for a uric acid test.
SST separated tube
SST stands for serum separator tube, the typical marble top tube used to collect many blood samples.
A yellow tube is typically used for lipid panels.
Whether you spin an SST (Serum Separator Tube) lab depends on the specific protocols and requirements of your laboratory. Generally, SST tubes are spun in a centrifuge to separate serum from the blood cells after blood collection. This process is crucial for obtaining clear serum for various laboratory tests. Always follow your lab's guidelines and standard operating procedures for handling and processing samples.
Either an SST or Red-top tube.
An SST tube will contain serum once its been centrifuged. SST stands for serum separator tube. It will separate the serum from the other blood components.
Green top tube ( lithium or sodium heparin) for plasma CMP; or Red top/SST for CMP, serum
A test tube with a red top or a gold SST tube is typically used for collecting blood for antinuclear antibody (ANA) testing. After collection, the blood sample is centrifuged to separate the serum, which is then tested for the presence of ANAs.