BD Vacutainer Plus is a brand that produces blood collection tubes and needles used for venous blood collection in hospitals and laboratories. Their products are designed for safe and efficient blood collection, processing, and transportation.
BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) was founded in 1897 by Maxwell Becton and Fairleigh Dickinson.
BD started producing glass syringes in 1897.
In 1938, BD developed the first evacuated blood collection tube.
BD Vacutainer Plus was launched in 2005 as a blood collection system designed for use with a safety-engineered needle.
BD acquired C.R. Bard, a medical technology company, in 2017.
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These are evacuated blood collection tubes that contain additives for blood collection and processing. They are available in different sizes and types, such as serum separator tubes and EDTA tubes.
This is a safety-engineered needle and tubing system for venous blood collection. It features a protective shield that covers the needle after use to reduce the risk of needlestick injuries.
A BD Vacutainer Plus tube is used for venous blood collection for diagnostic testing and therapeutic purposes. The tube contains additives that help preserve the blood sample for accurate testing results.
To use a BD Vacutainer Plus needle, first select the appropriate size and type of needle for the blood collection procedure. Clean the area of skin where the needle will be inserted, then insert the needle into the vein and collect the blood sample into the appropriate tube. After use, activate the safety mechanism to cover the needle and dispose of it according to your institution's guidelines.
A serum separator tube contains a gel that separates the serum from the blood cells after centrifugation, allowing for serum-based diagnostic testing. An EDTA tube contains an anti-coagulant that prevents blood from clotting, allowing for plasma-based diagnostic testing.
Yes, BD Vacutainer Plus needles are single-use only and should be disposed of after use according to your institution's guidelines for medical waste.
No, BD Vacutainer Plus tubes are not designed for use in urine collection as they contain additives that may interfere with urine-based diagnostic tests. For urine collection, use a sterile, leak-proof container provided by your healthcare provider.