Heparin Tubes

Heparin tubes are specialized blood collection tubes that contain heparin, an anticoagulant, which prevents blood from clotting. These tubes are used in laboratories to collect blood samples for tests that require plasma, the liquid part of blood. The presence of heparin allows the blood to stay in a liquid state, making it easier to analyze components such as electrolytes, hormones, or pathogens without clot formation. They are essential for certain diagnostic tests where maintaining the integrity of blood components is critical, ensuring accurate and reliable results.