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Vacucare Yellow Top Tubes 8.5ml
Vacucare SST Gel Yellow Top Tubes 8.5ml 100/Pack
Vacucare SST (Serum Separator Tube) yellow top tubes, also called gold tops, contain a clot activator and a gel barrier, primarily used for serum collection for various chemistry, immunology, toxicology, and therapeutic drug monitoring tests, allowing for clear separation of serum from blood cells after centrifugation for analysis. These tubes facilitate tests like kidney, liver, and thyroid function by providing stable serum samples, eliminating the need for sample transfer.
Vacucare SST Gel Yellow Top Tubes 8.5ml
Key Features & Function:
Additive: Clot activator (e.g., silica particles) and a polymer gel.
Action: Promotes rapid blood clotting, then the gel moves to form a barrier between the clotted cells and the serum upon spinning.
Result: A clear, cell-free serum sample ready for testing.
Common Uses (Tests Performed):
Chemistry Panels: Liver function (LFTs), kidney function (renal panels), thyroid function (TFTs).
Immunology Tests: Various antibody and antigen tests.
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM): Measuring drug levels in the blood.
Toxicology Screens: Detecting substances or poisons.
How it Works:
Vacucare Yellow Top Tubes 8.5ml
Blood is drawn into the tube, and the activator starts the clotting process.
After clotting (usually 30 mins), the tube is centrifuged.
The gel separates, trapping the red blood cells and fibrin at the bottom, leaving pure serum on top.
Note on Yellow Tops: While "yellow top" often refers to SSTs in many contexts, specifically in some regions (like Europe) or for certain applications, a yellow top might also contain ACD/SPS for blood cultures or genetics. However, the "SST Gel" in the Vacucare name confirms it's for serum separation.
Vacucare Yellow Top Tubes 8.5ml
