BD 367921 - Vacutainer Plastic Blood Collection Tube, 2 mL, 13 x 75 mm, Gray Stopper Potassium Oxalate/Sodium Fluoride Additive, 100/BOX
The BD 367921 Vacutainer Plastic Tube is a sterile 2 mL blood collection tube designed with a gray stopper containing potassium oxalate and sodium fluoride. This additive combination prevents glycolysis and stabilizes glucose levels, making it ideal for accurate plasma glucose testing. The 13 x 75 mm plastic design provides break-resistant durability while ensuring reliable performance in routine laboratory workflows.
| Manufacturer | 367921 |
| Application | Venous Blood Collection Tube |
| Dimensions | 13 X 75 mm |
| Material | Plastic Tube |
| Tube Material | Plastic |
| Volume | 2 mL |
Key Benefits
The potassium oxalate anticoagulant ensures proper plasma separation, while sodium fluoride serves as a glycolytic inhibitor, preserving glucose levels for precise analysis. The high-clarity plastic tube improves safety by eliminating glass breakage risks. BDs vacuum accuracy supports consistent fill volumes, enabling reliable and standardized sample processing for clinical chemistry applications. The secure gray stopper maintains sample integrity during handling, storage, and transport.
Compatibility and Applications
This tube is compatible with:
- BD Vacutainer holders and blood collection sets
- Automated and manual chemistry analyzer workflows
- Centrifugation systems for plasma glucose preparation
Typical applications include:
- Fasting glucose testing
- Glucose tolerance tests (GTT)
- Plasma glucose evaluations in emergency or routine screening
- Clinical chemistry protocols requiring glycolysis inhibition
Usage Guidelines
Use this tube after appropriate tubes in the standard order of draw. Collect the full 2 mL volume to maintain proper additive-to-blood ratio. Immediately invert the tube 810 times to ensure adequate mixing of potassium oxalate and sodium fluoride. Centrifuge according to laboratory protocol for plasma separation. Label the tube accurately using the designated label area.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
Manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified quality systems, BD Vacutainer tubes meet FDA and CE requirements for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use. Each tube is tested for vacuum accuracy, additive stability, stopper integrity, and sterility to ensure consistent and safe clinical performance.
Comparison with Competitor Products
Compared to generic fluoride/oxalate tubes, BD tubes offer more consistent additive concentration, improved vacuum precision, and stronger stopper sealing to prevent leakage. Plastic construction also provides enhanced durability over glass alternatives, reducing breakage risk during clinical handling. BDs quality assurance and long-standing reliability make these tubes preferred in high-volume laboratory settings.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is frequently used by:
- Hospital laboratories
- Outpatient and physician-office labs
- Emergency departments requiring rapid glucose stabilization
- Research and diagnostic facilities performing glucose-related assays
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Always adhere to the recommended order of draw. Do not use expired tubes, as vacuum loss may affect fill volume. Avoid hemolysis by using proper venipuncture technique. Store unused tubes in a dry, temperature-controlled environment. Dispose of used tubes in accordance with institutional biohazard and sharps protocols.
Regulatory and Safety Information
For in vitro diagnostic use only. Single-use devicedo not reuse. Sterile unless packaging is damaged or opened. Handle all specimens as potentially infectious and follow OSHA-compliant safety procedures.
How to Order
To order the BD 367921 Vacutainer Plastic 2 mL Gray Stopper Tube with Potassium Oxalate/Sodium Fluoride, add the item to your cart and complete checkout through CIA Medicals secure online system. For bulk pricing, supply contracts, or product assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or submit an inquiry using the form on this page.
