Clot Activator
A clot activator blood tube is a specific type of blood collection tube that contains an additive, typically silica particles, which helps accelerate the clotting process in blood samples. The clot activator promotes the quick formation of a fibrin clot in the tube, allowing for quicker separation of serum or plasma from the rest of the blood components.
Description of Clot Activator
- Contains clot activator additive (e.g., silica particles) that speeds up the clotting process.
- Typically has a red stopper to indicate the presence of a clot activator.
- Available in various sizes to accommodate different blood sample volumes.
- Can be used for a range of blood tests that require serum or plasma separation.
- Designed to yield high-quality serum or plasma samples for diagnostic testing.
Use of Clot Activator
- Facilitates rapid clotting of blood samples for quicker separation of serum or plasma.
- Enables efficient processing of blood samples, reducing turnaround time for test results.
- Ideal for tests that require serum or plasma separation, such as liver function tests, lipid profiles, and glucose testing.
- Helps preserve the integrity of the sample by preventing hemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells) during processing.
- Enhances the accuracy and reliability of test results by providing clear separation of serum/plasma from cellular components.
- Overall, clot activator blood tubes are essential tools in the pathology lab for ensuring efficient sample processing, reliable test results, and the maintenance of sample quality.
Technical Specification of Clot Activator
Used For: Biochemistry, Serology & Immunology
Additive: Micronized Silica >1.0 mg. ± 10%
Effect:Cause Blood Clotting Faster
Ideal for: Serum
After Collection: Invert the tube 4 - 6 times gently. After 30 minutes, Centrifuge for 10 minutes at 3500-4000 RPM
Vacuum Tolerance: ± 10%
Ordering Information of Clot Activator
| Ref No | Draw Volume | Size (mm) |
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| PET | Glass | ||
| VTC2 | VTC2G | 2 ml | 13x75 |
| VTC3 | VTC3G | 3 ml | 13x75 |
| VTC4 | VTC4G | 4 ml | 13x75 |
| VTC5 | VTC5G | 5 ml | 13x75 |
| VTC6 | VTC6G | 6 ml | 13x75 |
| VTC7 | VTC7G | 7 ml | 16x100 |
| VTC8 | VTC8G | 8 ml | 16x100 |
| VTC9 | VTC9G | 9 ml | 16x100 |
| VTC10 | VTC10G | 10 ml | 16x100 |
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Pack Size: 1200 pieces
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