BD Vacutainer® Venous Blood Collection Tubes - 100/Box

BD Vacutainer venous blood collection tubes are plastic lavender-top tubes for whole blood collection. They fit clinical and laboratory workflows that need K2 EDTA tubes for immunohematology testing, while the BD Hemogard closure helps reduce exposure during handling. This box includes 100 sterile 4 mL tubes sized 13 x 75 mm.

Key Features

• K2 EDTA additive helps keep whole blood from clotting for immunohematology testing
• BD Hemogard closure helps reduce exposure to blood during tube opening and handling
• Plastic tube construction helps minimize breakage and spillage in busy care settings
• Lavender top supports quick visual identification in collection and lab workflows
• 4 mL capacity in a 13 x 75 mm format for venous blood collection
• 1300 RCF rating supports centrifugation during testing procedures

Good Fit For

• Clinical laboratories handling immunohematology samples
• Venous blood collection workflows in medical settings
• Busy care areas where reduced breakage risk matters
• Sample handling processes that benefit from color-coded tube identification

Applications and Usage

• Collecting whole blood samples for red cell grouping
• Collecting specimens for Rh typing
• Collecting samples for antibody screening
• Venous blood draws in general exam rooms
• Blood collection during dental procedures

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: 100/Box.
• Size: 13 x 75 mm.
• Material: Plastic.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This tube uses K2 EDTA additive, so buyers should confirm it matches the testing protocol they run.
• The tube is sized 13 x 75 mm with a 4 mL volume, which may matter for rack fit and sample volume requirements.
• A 1300 RCF rating is relevant for labs that plan to centrifuge collected specimens.

FAQ

• What type of testing are these blood collection tubes used for? These tubes are intended for immunohematology testing, including red cell grouping, Rh typing, and antibody screening.
• Do these tubes include an additive? Yes. Each tube uses K2 EDTA, an anticoagulant used to help keep the blood sample from clotting.
• What closure style do these tubes use? These tubes use the BD Hemogard closure, which is designed to help reduce exposure to blood during handling and opening.
• What size and volume are these tubes? Each tube is 13 x 75 mm and holds 4 mL.
• Are these glass or plastic blood collection tubes? These are plastic blood collection tubes, which can help reduce breakage risk compared with glass in active clinical environments.

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