A vacutainer is a vacuum pressured flask that is normally used for blood collection. Useful for drawing blood.
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A gold or red-top vacutainer tube is typically used for a basic metabolic panel (BMP) blood draw.
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The vacutainer system was developed in 1947 by Joseph Kleiner and Becton Dickinson. It consists of a sterile glass or plastic tube with a closure that creates a vacuum seal, allowing for easy blood collection and preservation.
The vacutainer for a TSH test is usually a red and gray or gold top tube, which contains a gel separator. The test should be done in the morning as TSH levels tend to be higher at this time.
Yes, you can withdraw blood from a vacutainer using a syringe, but it requires a specific technique. First, you would need to use a transfer device or a specialized adapter to connect the syringe to the vacutainer. This allows for the safe and efficient transfer of blood without causing contamination or hemolysis. However, it’s essential to follow proper protocols and guidelines to ensure the integrity of the sample.