BD 367895 - Vacutainer Silica Clot Activator Red Top Blood Collection Tube 10 mL 16 x 100 mm

BD 367895 - Vacutainer Silica Clot Activator Red Top Blood Collection Tube 10 mL 16 x 100 mm

The BD 367895 BD Vacutainer Silica Clot Activator Red Top Blood Collection Tube is designed for efficient serum collection in clinical and laboratory settings. Manufactured by Becton, Dickinson and Company, this tube contains a silica-based clot activator that promotes rapid and consistent clot formation, supporting timely serum separation for diagnostic testing.

With a 10 mL draw volume and a 16 x 100 mm tube size, this red top Vacutainer is suitable for a wide range of routine and specialized serum-based assays. The plain red closure provides clear visual identification, helping reduce tube selection errors and streamline phlebotomy workflows.

Product Overview

The BD 367895 tube is engineered to support laboratories that require reliable serum specimens with minimal processing delays. The silica clot activator accelerates clotting compared to plain glass tubes, helping reduce turnaround time while maintaining sample integrity.

The tubes controlled vacuum draw ensures the correct blood-to-additive ratio, supporting consistent analytical performance across automated and manual laboratory processes.

Key Benefits

The silica clot activator promotes faster, more uniform clot formation, enabling earlier centrifugation and serum separation. The 10 mL capacity provides sufficient sample volume for multiple tests or repeat analysis without recollection.

The red top color coding simplifies tube identification and supports efficient workflow in busy collection environments. Consistent manufacturing quality helps laboratories reduce pre-analytical variability and improve test reliability.

Compatibility and Applications

The BD 367895 Vacutainer tube is compatible with standard BD Vacutainer needles, holders, and blood collection accessories. It integrates seamlessly into existing venipuncture and laboratory processing systems.

Typical applications include serum chemistry testing, serology, immunology, therapeutic drug monitoring, and other diagnostic procedures requiring high-quality serum. It is widely used in hospitals, outpatient clinics, physician offices, diagnostic laboratories, and reference labs.

Usage Guidelines

The tube should be filled using standard venipuncture technique to ensure the correct blood volume. After collection, the tube should be gently inverted according to laboratory protocol to distribute the clot activator evenly.

Allow the sample to clot fully before centrifugation, following institutional guidelines, to ensure optimal serum yield and clarity.

Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

The BD 367895 Vacutainer tube is manufactured under quality management systems aligned with FDA medical device regulations and internationally recognized manufacturing standards. These controls ensure consistent vacuum performance, additive distribution, and tube integrity.

Regulatory compliance confirms the products suitability for use in regulated clinical and laboratory environments across the United States.

Comparison with Competitor Products

Compared with plain tubes without clot activators, the BD silica red top tube offers faster clot formation and more predictable serum separation. While some competitor tubes provide similar functionality, BD Vacutainer products are widely trusted for their consistent vacuum draw, reliable additive performance, and compatibility with automated laboratory systems.

Laboratories often select BD tubes to support standardization, reduce recollection rates, and maintain confidence in diagnostic outcomes.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

Typical users include phlebotomists, nurses, laboratory technicians, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for blood collection and specimen handling.

The tube is most effective in high-throughput environments such as hospital laboratories, outpatient diagnostic centers, emergency departments, and physician practices where efficiency and accuracy are essential.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Best practice includes verifying the correct tube type before collection and ensuring proper inversion immediately after draw. Tubes should be stored according to manufacturer recommendations to preserve vacuum integrity and additive performance.

As a single-use diagnostic device, no maintenance is required. Used tubes should be disposed of in accordance with biohazard waste protocols.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The BD 367895 BD Vacutainer Silica Clot Activator Red Top Blood Collection Tube is classified as a regulated medical device and complies with applicable FDA requirements. Its design supports compliance with clinical laboratory standards and institutional safety policies.

Proper handling, labeling, and disposal help maintain compliance with infection control and laboratory safety regulations.

How to Order

The BD 367895 BD Vacutainer Silica Clot Activator Red Top Blood Collection Tube 10 mL 16 x 100 mm is available for purchase through the CIA Medical website. Add the product to your cart and proceed through the secure checkout process.

For bulk purchasing, contract pricing, or additional assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at 312 275 5850 or use the contact form available on this page for prompt support.