BDItem # 363083MPN 363083

Blood Collection Tube Sodium Citrate 13 x 75 mm Light Blue, 100/Bx

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Vacutainer Plus Venous Blood Collection Tube - Sodium Citrate

Innovative tube geometry that minimizes tube headspace and associated platelet activation to optimize APTT monitoring of unfractionated heparin patients.

Tube size: 13 x 75
Draw volume: 2.7 mL
Closure: Hemogard™/Light Blue
Label: Paper
Plastic tube
Not made with natural rubber or latex
100 per box

Manufacturer: BD
Sold By: Box of 100

How does this Blood Collection Tube ensure accurate APTT monitoring compared to other tubes on the market?

This Blood Collection Tube features innovative tube geometry that minimizes tube headspace, reducing platelet activation to optimize APTT monitoring in patients receiving unfractionated heparin therapy [Product Specs][Manufacturer Info].

What should new users know when beginning to use these citrate tubes for the first time in a clinical setting?

New users should be aware that the tube has a specific draw volume of 2.7 mL and uses a Hemogard closure, which are critical for ensuring the accuracy and safety of blood sampling [Product Specs][Manufacturer Info].

Are there any common issues or mishaps healthcare professionals should be aware of when handling these tubes?

Healthcare professionals should ensure that the exact volume of 2.7 mL is drawn into the tube to avoid dilution errors and ensure the accuracy of citrate ratios for coagulation tests [Product Specs].

What makes this product particularly suitable for patients undergoing unfractionated heparin therapy?

The tube's design minimizes platelet activation and headspace, which is crucial for accurate APTT monitoring in patients treated with unfractionated heparin [Product Specs][Manufacturer Info].

Can these tubes be used interchangeably with other sizes in emergencies, or will that affect the results?

Using different sizes of collection tubes in emergencies can affect the results due to variations in blood-to-additive ratios; it is recommended to use the specified size for accurate results [Product Specs][Manufacturer Info].

Blood Collection Tube Sodium Citrate 13 x 75 mm Light Blue, 100/Bx

Blood Collection Tube Sodium Citrate 13 x 75 mm Light Blue, 100/Bx

Blood Collection Tube Sodium Citrate 13 x 75 mm Light Blue, 100/Bx

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