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BD Vacutainer® Citrate Tube, 13x75 mm, 2.7mL
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Specifications:
| Application | Phlebetomy |
| Material | PET |
| Storage Temperature | Room Temperature |
| Product Type | Sample Tubes |
| Product Brand | BD |
| Product Grade | Medical grade |
The BD Vacutainer® Citrate Tube (SKU: 363080) is a high-quality blood collection tube designed for coagulation testing and hemostasis studies. Featuring a light blue BD Hemogard™ closure and pre-filled with 3.2% (0.109 M) buffered sodium citrate, this tube ensures accurate anticoagulation by maintaining the optimal blood-to-additive ratio required for reliable test results.
Manufactured from durable PET plastic, the tube offers enhanced safety, reduced breakage risk, and consistent performance in clinical laboratories. Its sterile interior and secure closure system make it ideal for routine and specialized coagulation assays.
Key Features
- Optimized for Coagulation Testing – Ideal for PT, aPTT, INR, and other clotting assays
- 3.2% Sodium Citrate (0.109 M) – Ensures accurate anticoagulation and test reliability
- BD Hemogard™ Closure (Light Blue) – Secure, leak-resistant, and easy to handle
- Precise Blood-to-Additive Ratio – Critical for reproducible coagulation results
- PET Plastic Construction – Durable, lightweight, and shatter-resistant
- Sterile Interior – Minimizes contamination risk
- Standardized Tube Size (13 × 75 mm) – Compatible with most analyzers and racks
Applications
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Coagulation Testing
- Prothrombin Time (PT)
- Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT)
- International Normalized Ratio (INR)
- Hemostasis Studies
- Clinical Diagnostics Laboratories
- Hospital and Reference Laboratories
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | BD Vacutainer® Citrate Tube |
| SKU | 363080 |
| Tube Size | 13 × 75 mm |
| Draw Volume | 1.8 mL |
| Tube Capacity | 2.7 mL |
| Additive | Buffered Sodium Citrate |
| Concentration | 0.109 M (3.2%) |
| Closure Type | BD Hemogard™ |
| Closure Color | Light Blue |
| Material | PET Plastic (Glass option available) |
| Label Type | Paper |
| Sterility | Sterile interior |
Unique Advantages
- Ensures accurate coagulation testing through precise anticoagulant formulation
- Minimizes pre-analytical errors with standardized fill volume
- Improves safety with break-resistant PET plastic construction
- Trusted BD Vacutainer® quality for clinical reliability
- Widely compatible with automated analyzers and lab workflows
The BD Vacutainer® Citrate Tube (363080) is a trusted and essential solution for coagulation testing, delivering accuracy, safety, and consistency in blood collection. Its optimized design and high-quality materials make it ideal for clinical laboratories, hospitals, and diagnostic centers requiring reliable hemostasis analysis.