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BD Vacutainer® PST™ Tubes contain spray-coated lithium heparin and a gel for plasma separation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBD Vacutainer® PST™ Lithium Heparin Tubes eliminate the need to wait for a clot to form, making it an ideal tube for STAT procedures, as well as for patients receiving anticoagulant therapy. The BD Vacutainer® PST™ Tube still provides the convenience of gel separation with the added advantage of improved turnaround times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs a safety precaution to those doing the testing, BD has also created the Hemogard closure. It is made of rubber and seals the Vacutainer tightly from inside and with a plastic shield to avoid contact with blood when un-stopped. The shield prevents blood from splattering and from collecting on the edge of the tube or lid. 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Lithium heparin acts as an anticoagulant, preventing blood from clotting. These tubes are primarily used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemistry Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e: Evaluating metabolic and organ functions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrolyte Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Measuring ions like sodium, potassium, and chloride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArterial Blood Gases (ABGs)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Assessing oxygen and carbon dioxide levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicology\u003c\/strong\u003e: Detecting certain drugs and substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anticoagulant properties ensure that the plasma is readily available for fast and accurate testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD Vacutainer Lithium Heparin Blood Collection Tubes are expertly crafted for accurate and efficient plasma testing. Designed with a 6 mL capacity and a green cap, these tubes provide quick, reliable results, making them an essential tool for clinical and laboratory settings focused on plasma analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails and Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 367886\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13mm x 75mm, offering a 6 mL draw volume ideal for various plasma assays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLithium Heparin Additive\u003c\/strong\u003e: Contains lithium heparin, an anticoagulant that prevents blood clotting without altering plasma components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e: Distinctive color-coding for easy identification and streamlined workflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e: Comes in boxes of 100, suitable for high-demand environments with efficient storage solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism of Action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLithium heparin inhibits clot formation by inactivating thrombin and factor Xa, preventing the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin. 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This allows for the collection of venous blood samples without clotting. The tube is made of plastic and has a conventional closure, and has a capacity of 10 mL. It has a diameter of 16mm and a length of 100mm. This type of tube is commonly used for various blood tests and diagnostic procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood collection tube sodium heparin additive is a type of anticoagulant that is added to blood collection tubes to prevent blood from clotting. This additive works by binding to calcium ions in the blood, which are essential for the blood clotting process. By binding to these ions, heparin prevents the formation of blood clots and keeps the blood in a liquid state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium heparin is the most commonly used form of heparin in blood collection tubes. It is a synthetic form of heparin that is made from porcine intestinal mucosa. Other forms of heparin, such as lithium heparin or ammonium heparin, may also be used in blood collection tubes, but sodium heparin is the most widely used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood collection tube sodium heparin additive is used in blood tests that require whole blood or plasma, such as complete blood count (CBC), blood chemistries, and coagulation tests. It is important to use the correct amount of heparin in the blood collection tube, as too much or too little can affect the accuracy of the test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter blood is collected into a tube with sodium heparin additive, it must be mixed gently by inverting the tube several times to ensure proper mixing of the heparin with the blood. The sample should then be processed according to the laboratory’s protocol to obtain the desired type of blood sample, either whole blood or plasma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summary, blood collection tube sodium heparin additive is an important component of blood collection tubes that helps to prevent blood from clotting and ensures the accuracy of test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD Vacutainer Plastic Heparin Tubes are used for plasma determinations in chemistry. The Tubes have lithium or sodium heparin spray-coated at inner surface. Tube inversions allow mixing blood with the anticoagulant and prevent clotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvacuated blood collection tubes with heparin are used for plasma determination in chemistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubes are sterile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlood is drawn directly from the vein into the evacuated sterile collection tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly one venipuncture is needed to draw multiple samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubes can be changed while needle and plastic holder remain in place on patient's arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety shield designed for safer tube handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber stopper is recessed inside the plastic shield, so any drops left by a blood collection needle remain isolated from potential contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield is designed to protect lab personnel from direct contact with blood on the stopper or around the outer rim of the tube, as well as from blood splattering upon opening the tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD \u003cspan id=\"ctl00_MainContentHolder_lblDescription\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e367874 - 16 x 100 mm, 10.0 mL, Sodium Heparin 158 Usp Units, Conventional Stopper, 100\/Box\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39786703421512,"sku":"367874","price":104.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0350\/files\/Sodium-Heparin-10-mL-Blood-Collection-Tubes_-BD-Vacutainer-16mm-x-100mm.jpg?v=1716982609"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/0350\/collections\/Lithium_Heparin_Test_Tubes.jpg?v=1729009651","url":"https:\/\/www.mountainside-medical.com\/collections\/lithium-heparin-blood-collection-tubes\/bd+plastic-tube.oembed","provider":"Mountainside Medical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}