Phlebotomy Tube Additives and Uses

The video tutorial by Samantha from IMA covers the order of draw in phlebotomy, emphasizing its importance in preventing cross-contamination of additives between tubes. It details the sequence of drawing blood cultures, Royal Blue, light blue, red, gold, tiger top, green, light green, lavender, pink, and gray tubes. Each tube's specific use, additives, and testing purposes are explained. Special considerations, such as drawing waste tubes and preventing regurgitation, are also discussed.

Why is the order of draw crucial in phlebotomy?

• To use fewer tubes

• To make the process faster

• To ensure the tubes are filled quickly

• To prevent cross-contamination of additives

Which tube is drawn first when blood cultures are ordered?

• Light Blue Tube

• Red Tube

• Aerobic Blood Culture Tube

• Anaerobic Blood Culture Tube

What is the additive in the Light Blue tube?

• Clot Activator

• Heparin

• Sodium Citrate

• EDTA

What is the primary use of the Red tube in the order of draw?

• Hematology tests

• Coagulation tests

• Chemistry tests

• Blood bank tests

Which tube contains lithium heparin and is used for amino acids and vitamin K tests?

• Lavender Tube

• Green Tube

• Light Green Tube

• Pink Tube

What is the additive in the Lavender tube?

• Potassium Oxalate

• Heparin

• EDTA

• Sodium Citrate

Which tube is used for glucose and lactic acid tests?

• Gray Tube

• Royal Blue Tube

• Gold Tube

• Light Blue Tube

What should be done if blood cultures or Royal Blue tubes are not ordered before the Light Blue tube?

• Draw a waste tube first

• Skip the Light Blue tube

• Fill the Light Blue tube halfway

• Use a different tube

Why is it important to avoid tipping the tube upside down when attaching it to the blood draw device?

• To prevent spilling

• To avoid regurgitation into the needle

• To keep the tube clean

• To ensure proper mixing

What special handling is required for lactic acid tests in the Gray tube?

• Keep the sample at room temperature

• Draw without a tourniquet

• Use a tourniquet

• Shake the tube vigorously