Product details
BD Vacutainer® glass whole blood microbiology sodium polyanethol sulfonate (SPS) tube
| ss or Plastic | Glass |
| Tube Size | 16 x 100 mm |
| Draw Volume | 8.3 mL |
| Closure Type/Color | Conventional/Yellow |
| Label Type | See Thru |
| Additive/Concentration | Sodium Polyanethol Sulfonate (SPS) (0.35% in 0.85% Sodium Chloride) 1.7 mL |
| Shelfpack | 100 |
BD Vacutainer® Specialty Tubes are purpose-built blood collection tubes designed to meet the requirements of specialized diagnostic testing beyond routine laboratory assays. Manufactured by BD, these tubes are engineered to support accuracy, specimen integrity, and consistency for advanced clinical and research applications.
Each specialty tube is formulated with specific additives, materials, or processing features tailored to its intended test—such as trace element analysis, molecular diagnostics, therapeutic drug monitoring, or specialized chemistry and hematology studies. The Vacutainer® evacuated tube system enables controlled blood draw and standardized fill volumes, helping reduce pre-analytical variability. Tubes are sterile and intended for single use to support laboratory quality, safety, and compliance.
Key Features & Benefits
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Designed for specialized diagnostic testing and advanced assays
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Specific additives and tube materials matched to test requirements
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Vacutainer® evacuated system for consistent sample collection
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Precise fill volumes help maintain accurate blood-to-additive ratios
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Color-coded caps for easy identification and workflow efficiency
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Sterile, single-use tubes support infection prevention standards
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Latex-free for use in latex-sensitive environments
Common Applications
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Trace element and toxicology testing
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Molecular and genetic diagnostics
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Therapeutic drug monitoring
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Specialized chemistry, hematology, and research testing
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Use in hospitals, reference labs, research facilities, and specialty clinics
