American National Standard*
CLSI H01-A5 discusses single-use, venous blood collection tubes. Normally, such tubes are used in
conjunction with double-ended needles to provide a reliable, closed system for blood specimen collection
and transportation for subsequent, general laboratory analysis. While the system inherently protects both
the patient and the individual collector, care should be taken to protect the patient from microbial
contamination. This precaution is met by the use of tubes with sterile interiors and the use of directions to
prevent backflow from tube to patient.
The standard also provides a description, mode of action, specifications, and assay methods for additives
to blood collection devices, including ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), heparin, and sodium
citrate.
This standard is not intended to restrict the availability or use of venous blood collection tubes other than
those specifically mentioned in this document. The standard does not address tubes used for highly
specific tests (e.g., trace metal analysis).
| Edition : | Fifth Edition |
| ISBN(s) : | 1562385194 |
| Number of Pages : | 44 |
| Published : | 12/01/2003 |
