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when caring for your most fragile patients every drop of blood counts
the bd microtainer family of products keeps the focus on your patient by
helping to streamline the sample acquisition process
whether collecting for hematology and led screen requests from neal nates
pediatrics critical care ontology or geriatric patients the instrument
compatible bd microtainer map micro tube for automated process
combined with the quikheel lancet and contact activated lancet
helps you provide gentle care while ensuring high quality accurately
identified samples delivering the utmost impatience safety
microtube is typically require manual work around processes that waste time
and manpower
the bd microtainer map micro tube for automated process is compatible with
most hematology laboratory instruments
and can be run automatically
the maps full compatibility with lab instruments eliminates up to ten steps
from current micro collection procedures
reducing turnaround time and overall costs
the thirteen by seventy five millimeter map tube with its pierceable cap
fits standard instrument to brags
and the familiar size and feel of tube and cap two intact
make the map tube easier to handle while collecting and labeling the sample
the one peace map tube doesn't require the assembly of a separate add-on
extender or collector
this feature enhances health care worker safety because there were no extra
contaminated parts to remove and dispose of separately
the large collector prevents blood from dripping down the outside of the tube
the label on the map to is specially designed with a transparent top portion
which allows for his visibility of both the sample and three phil lines
to maximize accuracy
the label also reminds users that eight inversions required
to mix the e.d.t.a. additive with the sample
helping to assure a quality sample
a color-coded not on the top of the label and a matching color stripe
on the side and bottom of the label
display the tube cap color
allowing for proper additive identification
even after the cap is removed
and the labels notch in stripe allow the clinician to properly align the patient
identification label to the map tube
conventional micro tubes can be difficult to label often causing further
complications when the sample reaches the a sessioning team
relabeling micro tubes can be time-consuming and can lead to
potentially dangerous patient identification errors
because the bd microtainer map accommodates a full size label the need
for relabeling is eliminated minimizing the potential for specimen
identification errors and avoiding relabeling costs
the map tube cap utilizes a twist-assist feature for easy removal
and an audible snap ensures proper closure and a liquid proof seal
the innovative cap design also reduces the dead volume of blood left in the tube
when processing in automated mode
the map tube can be processed in automated mode with only three hundred
seventy five micro liters of blood
a vital consideration for patients with low blood volumes or were venous access
is difficult
the bd microtainer map micro tube for automated process
with k2 e.t.t.a. is packaged fifty to a shelf package and two hundred
to a case
the shelf package with its recyclable trained includes pictorial user
instructions
using the bd microcrotainer map microtube for automated process for
sample collection is simple and straight forward
and requires no changes from your usual micro collection technique
let's look first at the steps involved in performing a heel stick collection
first assemble the supplies you'll need to perform the heel puncture
personal protection
such as gloves and a lab coat
map tubes
alcohol swabs
clean gauze pads
an appropriate warming device
and the appropriate bd microtainer quickheel lancet
you'll also need the lab order or test requisition along with any pre printed
labels which may have been provided
after verifying the patience identity identify the appropriate collection site
on the infants heel
choose a site only on the most mediocre or lateral portion of the heel never on
the posterior curvature of the heel
nor on the arch of the foot
it's important to avoid areas were bone tendon muscle or scar tissue may be
contacted below the skin
and of course never attempt a new collection over previous collection site
due to the risk of infection
to help increased blood flow to the site
the infants foot should be warmed using a warning device or moist towel hitted
to not more than forty two degrees centigrade
next cleans the collection site using the technique specified by your institution
remember to allow alcohol solutions to air dry thoroughly
both to provide complete disinfection and because any remaining alcohol adds
to the risk of hemolysis in specimen
to perform the collection hold the heel with a moderately firm grip
and position the base of the quick heel lancet lancet
firmly against the most media or lateral portion of the heel
using your index finger depress the trigger firmly and completely
the trigger will remain depressed after activation activation
before collecting a specimen be sure to wipe away the first drop of blood with a
clean gauze pad
position the bd microtainer map tube directly beneath the puncture site
and let blood dripping in to the tube
applying and relaxing pressure with the fam intermittently
helps to ensure continuous blood flow allowing the capillaries to
periodically refill with blood
applying pressure at the ends of the quickheel lancet incision
will open the sites slightly
also helping to maximize the blood flow
wipe the site frequently with a clean gauze pad during collection to remove
residual blood
when the collection is complete apply pressure to the collection site until
bleeding stops
cap the tube and makes the etta aditive with the sample by gently
inverting the map tube eight times
finally
label the tube with a full size label that includes all necessary information
for proper patient identification
using the bd microtainer map
microtube for automated process for fingers tick collection is simple
and straight forward
and requires no changes from your usual micro collection technique
let's look at the steps involved in performing a collection
first assemble the supplies you need to perform the collection
personal protection such as gloves and a lab coat
map tubes
alcohol swabs
clean gauze pads
an appropriate warming device
and the appropriate bd microtainer contact activated lancet
you'll also need the lab order or test requisition
along with any pre printed labels which may have been provided
after verifying the patient's identity locate an appropriate collection site
either the middle or ring finger is preferable
the fifth finger must not be punctured because the tissue get this insufficient
to prevent bone injuries
to help increased blood flow
the patient stingers should be warned using a warmer
or moist towel hitted to not more than forty two degrees centigrade
for three to five minutes
or by rubbing
or the patient can wash their hands in warm water
next
cleans the puncture site using alcohol or according to your facilities established
procedure
the site must be allowed to air dry in order to provide effective disinfection
had the pacient hold their hand in a down ward position
allowing gravity to help increased blood supply to the hand
twist off the contact activated lancets protected tab to break the seal
to perform puncture
position the safety lancet firmly against the puncture site
hold the lancet between your fingers
to activate
press the safety lancet firmly against the puncture site
do not remove the device from the site until an audible click is heard
discard the safety glasses into an appropriate sharps disposal container
before collecting a specimen
be sure to wipe away the first drop of blood with a clean gauze pad
position to bd microtainer map tube directly beneath the puncture site and
let blood trip into the two
after the collection is complete wipe the site dry and apply direct pressure
with a clean gauze pad until the bleeding has stopped
cap the two and makes the e.d.t.a. additive with the sample by gently
inverting the map tube eight times
labeled at you with all necessary information for proper patient
identification
for fragile patients when every drop of blood counts
choose the bd microtainer map microtube for automated process
enabling automated processing with as little as three hundred seventy five
micro liters of blood
for patients with low blood volumes are difficult venous access map is the only
micro tube fully compatible with lab automation
eliminating manual steps and extra materials
and map uses standard sample labels aiding in positive patient
identification entering this probability of erros
higher efficiency improve turn around time and out standing bd accuracy
the bd microtainer map micro tube for automated process helps keep the focus on
your patient where it belongs