Friday, April 27, 2012

Yellow (ACD-Aci d Citrate Dextrose) Tube


Description:
There are two solutions for ACD tubes, Solution A and Solution B, which differ based
upon the solution concentrations. For optimum specimen quality, gently invert tube 5 times
after collection to mix anticoagulant with blood. This tube produces a plasma specimen when
centrifuged. Check your test listing for which solution and proper specimen processing
instructions. The most common tests require whole blood.
Size:
Solution A, 8.5 mL, and solution B, 2.6 mL
Common Tests Include:
CD4 cells, HLA phenotyping and natural killer cells.

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