Test tubes play an essential role in blood banking because they allow professionals to collect, handle, and test blood samples safely and accurately. Typically, laboratories use plastic or glass tubes with color-coded caps to indicate specific additives. These additives either prevent blood from clotting or help separate its components, depending on the test being performed.
During blood banking procedures, professionals first use test tubes to collect blood samples and then prepare them for laboratory analysis. For instance, they use tubes containing anticoagulants such as EDTA to preserve blood cells for blood typing and compatibility testing. In contrast, they use other tubes to allow blood to clot so they can obtain serum for screening tests, including the detection of infectious diseases. After collection, laboratory staff analyze the samples to determine blood group, identify antibodies, and confirm that donor blood is safe for transfusion.
Furthermore, proper handling of test tubes ensures accurate results. Staff must label each tube correctly, mix samples gently when required, and store them under appropriate conditions to prevent errors. Overall, test tubes support reliable blood banking procedures and help ensure safe transfusions for patients.
With all this in mind, we provide high-quality laboratory consumables, including centrifuge tubes, spin columns, culture tubes, transport tubes, and test tubes, to meet the daily needs of clinical and research labs. We focus on reliability and performance, ensuring our products meet industry standards and deliver consistent results. In addition, we offer a range of sizes, materials, and sterile options so customers can find exactly what they need. We also supply essential accessories like racks, caps, and labeling solutions to support efficient workflows. By combining dependable products with responsive service, we help our customers work with confidence and accuracy.
From $211
• Color coded caps
• Leak-proof screw caps
• RNase, DNase, pyrogen free
From $119
• Certified Free of Trace Metals
• E-Beam Sterilized
• RNase, DNase, and Pyrogen-Free
From $202
• 20,000×g Max RCF Marked
• Hi-Viz™ Graduations
• E-Beam Sterilized
From $115
• Frosted marking surface
• Compatible with standard rotors
• Available racked or bagged
From $113
• Works with standard equipment
• Comes RNase-, DNase-, and pyrogen-free
• Supports centrifugation up to 25,000×g
From $34
• Works with standard equipment
• Features an easy-open flip top
• Includes a syringe port in the cap
From $79
• Molded Graduations
• Leak-Proof Screw Caps
• Sterile, RNase, DNase, & Pyrogen Free
From $20
• Performance tested up to 28,000×g
• Sterile
• Frosted Marking area on cap
From $44
• Pre-sterilizes tubes via E-beam
• Includes a frosted marking area
• Performance tested up to 22,000×g
From $149
• Leakproof, airtight seal
• Available in sterile and non-sterile
• Dual-position screw cap
From $41
• Polypropylene or Polystyrene
• Dual-Position snap caps
• Molded graduations available
From $442
• Round Bottoms
• Plug Caps Available Separately
• Resealable Zip Bags
From $198
• Leak-proof, 1.25 turn screw-cap
• Vivid, printed graduations
• Sterile, RNase, DNase, Pyrogen free
From $248
• FreezeTech™ Temperature Indicator
• White printed graduations
• Sterile, with leak-proof caps attached
From $90
• Ultra-clear polypropylene
• Leak-proof O-ring seal
• Light-blocking amber available
From $68
• secure “click” seal
• Features molded graduations
• Comes in sterile bags of 100 tubes
From $169
• Temperatures as low as -196°C
• Leak-proof silicone O-ring
• Electron beam sterilized