FH Sodium Fluoride / Sodium Heparin

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FH Sodium Fluoride / Sodium Heparin

VACUETTE^® glucose tubes contain sodium fluoride as a glycolysis inhibitor. The anticoagulants K3EDTA, potassium oxalate or sodium heparin prevent the blood from clotting. The citrate/citric acid buffer reduces the pH value in the sample immediately after blood collection leading to an instant stabilization of glucose. Depending on the test system, VACUETTE^® glucose tubes can also be used for lactate assays, with in most cases sodium fluoride being used in combination with potassium oxalate.

Item: 454218

VACUETTE® TUBE 2 ml FH Sodium Fluoride / Sodium Heparin
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Related Faqs

At what temperature should the Blood Collection Tubes be stored?

GBO tubes should be stored at 4-25°'C (39-77°F).

Can Blood Collection tubes be re-sterilized, for introduction into a sterile field?

VACUETTE® Tubes are irradiated to achieve sterility. These tubes are sterile on the interior only. We cannot recommend re-sterilizing the tubes, primarily due to pressure changes that take place during the re-sterilization cycle. Our tubes are under a specific negative pressure. During the re-sterilization cycle this negative pressure may be disrupted and therefore the tubes may not draw the proper blood volume.

Are VACUETTE® Blood Collection Tubes endotoxin free?

No, GBO does not claim that any of the tubes are endotoxin free.

What speed and time should the tubes be spun at?

Tube Type	Recommended g-force relative centrifugal force (rcf)	Time (min)
VACUETTE ® Serum Tubes / with Sep / with Beads	1800 - 2200 g	10-15
VACUETTE ® EDTA Tubes / with Sep	1800 - 2200 g	10-15
VACUETTE ® Heparin Plasma Tubes / with Sep	1800 - 2200 g	10-15
VACUETTE ® Glucose Tubes	1800 - 2200 g	10-15
VACUETTE ® Homocystein Detection Tubes	2000 - 2200 g	10
VACUETTE ® Coagulation Tubes
- Platelet tests (PRP)	150 g	5
- Routine tests (PPP)	1500 - 2000 g	10
- Preparation for deep freeze plasma (PFP)	2500 - 3000 g	20

What type of plastic is used to produce VACUETTE® Blood Collection Tubes – single-wall?

VACUETTE® Blood Collection Tubes are made from a special formulation of the plastic, polyethylenetherephthalate (PET). This special formulation is extremely strong, dimensionally stable, and resistant to chemicals and breakage.

Why is there an expiry date on VACUETTE® Tubes?

The expiry date indicates the shelf life of the product as determined by functional testing. To ensure accurate draw and test reliability, tubes should not be used after the expiry date. Expiry dates (last day of the month indicated) are printed on every VACUETTE® Blood Collection Tube and packaging.

Are VACUETTE® Blood Collection Tubes sterile?

Yes, VACUETTE® Blood Collection Tubes have a sterile interior.