What are the advantages of using the Vacutainer method?

The Vacutainer system is quicker and simpler to use, with greater versatility, producing blood specimens of higher quality and at a cost comparable with that by the syringe system. The problems of blood contamination during blood sampling and distribution with both systems are discussed.

What is a Vacutainer system?

The Vacutainer® vacuum system allows the blood to be collected with a minimal amount of pressure, thus avoiding the common problems of hemolysis and vessel collapse during traditional venipuncture. The Vacutainer® system can be used for venipuncture from any vein.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of venipuncture?

Skin Puncture or Venipuncture? Pros & Cons, Part 2

Pros Cons
faster than obtaining capillary blood increased potential for hematoma formation
less likely to be contaminated by tissue fluid requires greater patient stability
less likely to be hemolyzed multiple venipunctures precipitate iatrogenic anemia

What are the disadvantages of a butterfly system?

Disadvantages. With that being said, butterfly needles are not for everyone. Because of their small needle size, blood collection tends to be slower. This can be problematic at a blood bank if a person is squeamish or in urgent situations where blood is needed fast.

What are the advantages of syringe method in blood sample collection?

By using a syringe and needle to draw the patient’s blood, you can control the pressure and speed at which the blood is removed by varying the rate that you pull back on the plunger. A syringe draw is a much more appropriate technique for you to use with veins that easily collapse.

Where are Vacutainers made?

BD Plymouth
One of the key products made in BD Plymouth is the BD Vacutainer® Blood Collection Tube family. Made in vast numbers, this tube is used around the globe to safely and efficiently collect blood samples.

How much pressure is in a vacutainer?

Each 10-mL Vacutainer is able to provide 75 mm Hg of negative pressure forming a compact, closed, active suction drain (Fig 3).

How much blood does a vacutainer hold?

Yes, the BD Vacutainer PPT Tube (reference number 362788) contains EDTA anticoagulant and an inert polyester gel. The Hemogard closure color is pearl white and the blood draw volume is 5mL.

Is the antecubital fossa easily accessible?

The collection of blood specimens typically occurs at venous sites on the body, with the median cubital vein in the antecubital fossa being the typical collection site because this vein is relatively large and easily accessible [12].

What are the advantages of collecting capillary blood specimen?

Capillary blood sampling has several advantages over drawing blood from a vein:

  • It is easy to obtain (it can be difficult to obtain blood from the veins, especially in infants).
  • There are several collection sites on the body, and these sites can be rotated.
  • Testing can be done at home and with little training.

What do you need to know about the vacutainer system?

A Vacutainer system is one method of performing venipunctures, or blood draws. The system consists of a plastic holder, a double-ended needle and Vacutainer tubes. One end of the double-sided needle is inserted into a hole at the top of the plastic holder and screwed on.

What are the disadvantages of A Vacutainer?

Difficult to Use. One of the main disadvantages of Vacutainers is that there is no flashback to let the phlebotomist know that it is in the vein. If the needle is not in the vein and the phlebotomist attaches the tube, no blood will be drawn and the tube will have to be discarded.

How is a Vacutainer used for a venipuncture?

A Vacutainer system is one method of performing venepunctures, or blood draws. The system consists of a plastic holder, a double-ended needle and Vacutainer tubes. One end of the double-sided needle is inserted into a hole at the top of the plastic holder and screwed on.

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