Phlebotomy Order of Draw & Tube Additives (copy)

What is the first order of draw in phlebotomy and its additive?

The first order of draw is the Yellow Top Tube, and its additive is SPS (Sodium Polyanethol Sulfonate).

What test is performed using the Light Blue Top Tube?

Coagulation studies.

What is the additive found in the Red Top Tube?

None (Plain tube).

What type of tests are performed with the Gold Top Tube?

Biochemistry and Chemistry.

What is the additive in the Green Top Tube?

Heparin (Lithium heparin or Sodium heparin).

What does the Lavender Top Tube contain as an additive?

EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid).

Which tube is used for blood group type and crossmatch tests?

The Pink Top Tube.

What additive is present in the Royal Blue Top Tube?

None or EDTA (depending on specific test).

What tests are typically conducted using the Gray Top Tube?

Chemistry tests, such as glucose.

What is the significance of the light blue tube’s additive, Sodium citrate?

It is used for plasma samples in coagulation studies.

What types of samples can be obtained from the Green Tube?

Plasma or Whole blood.

What departments utilize the Lavender Tube for testing?

Hematology.

What is the sample type associated with the Gold Top Tube?

Serum.

Which department processes the samples from the Pink Top Tube?

Blood bank.

What is the purpose of the additive Sodium fluoride found in the Gray Tube?

It is used for glucose testing and preserves sample integrity.

What is the primary test associated with the Yellow Tube?

Blood culture.