Order of Draw Mind Map

Central Idea: Order of Draw in Phlebotomy

Main Branches:

1. Purpose of Order of Draw

   • Ensures accuracy of blood samples

   • Prevents cross-contamination

2. Order of Draw Steps

   • Blood Culture-Yellow Tube

     • Additive: SPS (Sodium Polyanethol Sulfonate)

     • Tests: Blood Cultures and Bacterial Studies

   • Light Blue Tube

     • Additive: Sodium Citrate

     • Tests: Coagulation Studies

     • Must be filled 100%

   • Red Tube (uncommon)

     • Additive: “Serum” None or Clot Activator

     • Tests: Chemistry, Serology, Immunology

   • Gold or Tiger Top Tube

     • Additive: Clot Activator and Gel Separator

       • send out

       • separates serum and cells

       • must coagulate 30 mins prior to centrifuge

     • Tests: Chemistry, Serology, Immunology

   • Light Green Tube

     • Additive: Lithium Heparin and Gel Separator

     • Tests: Chemistry

   • Dark Green Tube

     • Additive: Sodium Heparin

     • Tests: Ammonia, HLA Typing

   • Lavender Tube

     • Additive: EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid)

     • Tests: Hematology, Blood Bank

   • Gray Tube

     • Additive: Sodium Fluoride and Potassium Oxalate

     • Tests: Glucose, Lactic Acid

3. Exceptions and Additional Tubes

   • Royal Blue Tube

     • Additive: None or EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Heparin, or Serum

     • Tests: Trace Elements, Toxicology

   • Pink Tube

     • Additive: EDTA

     • Tests: Blood Bank

   • Light Yellow Tube

     • Additive: ACD (Acid Citrate Dextrose)

     • Tests: DNA, Paternity Testing

4. Importance of Proper Technique

   • Correct order prevents contamination

   • Accurate results for diagnosis and treatment

5. Conclusion

   • Following the order of draw is crucial for phlebotomy

   • Ensures accurate and reliable test results

   1. Blood Culture

   2. Light Blue

   3. Red

   4. Gold/ Tiger

   5. Light Green

   6. Dark Green

   7. Purple/ Lavender

   8. Gray

   9. Pink

   10. Light Yellow

   11. Royal Blue