Overview of BD Vacutainer Blood Collection System
The BD Vacutainer Blood Collection System is a closed evacuated system, consisting of a sterile double-ended needle with safety valve, BD Vacutainer One-Use holder and a sterile BD Vacutainer Evacuated Blood Collection Tube with predetermined draw volume. This system is designed to provide a safe and efficient way to collect blood samples. The use of a closed system helps to prevent contamination and exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The BD Vacutainer Blood Collection System is widely used in healthcare settings and is an essential tool for collecting blood samples for laboratory testing. The system includes a variety of tube types and additives, each designed for specific laboratory tests. The tubes are made of clear latex-free material and are available in different sizes and volumes. The system is designed to be easy to use and provides accurate and reliable results.
BD Vacutainer Tube Types and Additives
Tube Additives and Inversions
The tube additives and inversions play a crucial role in the blood collection process, with different additives serving specific purposes, such as clot activators and gel for serum separation, requiring 5 tube inversions.
The inversions help to mix the additives with the blood, ensuring accurate test results, and the number of inversions may vary depending on the tube type and additive.
The BD Vacutainer tubes have specific guidelines for inversions, and it is essential to follow these guidelines to ensure the quality of the blood sample.
The tube additives and inversions are critical components of the blood collection process, and understanding their role is vital for healthcare professionals.
The proper use of tube additives and inversions can help to prevent errors and ensure accurate test results, which is essential for patient care and treatment.
The guidelines for tube additives and inversions are provided in the BD Vacutainer tube guide, which is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals.
BD Vacutainer Tube Conversion Guide
Converting to New BD Vacutainer Tubes
The conversion guide provides a detailed comparison of the old and new tubes, including the additives and inversions required for each type, making it easier for users to make the transition.
The guide also includes information on the different testing disciplines and the corresponding tube types, ensuring that users can select the correct tubes for their specific needs.
BD Vacutainer Tube Draw Volume Guide
Accurate Draw and Fill Volumes
The BD Vacutainer Tube Guide provides detailed information on the recommended draw volumes for each tube type, ensuring that healthcare professionals can collect and process blood samples correctly.
The guide also includes information on the minimum and maximum fill lines for each tube, allowing for precise volume measurements.
By following the guidelines outlined in the BD Vacutainer Tube Guide, healthcare professionals can minimize errors and ensure accurate test results, using the guide as a valuable resource.
The guide is an essential tool for any healthcare professional involved in blood collection and processing, providing critical information on accurate draw and fill volumes, and is available online.
