Asked by Kieron Smith on Jun 11, 2024
Verified
Potassium oxalate and sodium flouride
A) special
B) clear (discarded tubes)
C) light blue
D) red
E) red/gray
F) gold (SST)
G) green
H) lavender
I) gray
Potassium Oxalate
A chemical compound used as an anticoagulant in blood collection tubes, as well as in certain bleaching and cleaning processes.
- Comprehend the role of additives in blood collection tubes.
- Align tube colors with their corresponding chemical agents.
- Recognize the agents used to inhibit blood clotting and their corresponding tube colors.
Verified Answer
SC
Susan CulliferJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
I
Explanation :
Potassium oxalate and sodium fluoride are additives found in gray tubes, which are typically used for glucose testing because they prevent glycolysis.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the role of additives in blood collection tubes.
- Align tube colors with their corresponding chemical agents.
- Recognize the agents used to inhibit blood clotting and their corresponding tube colors.