Heparin Tubes FAQ

 

What types of heparin are offered in the KEMICO Vacutainer Tubes?

• The green top heparin tubes contain either the lithium or sodium salt of the heparin anticoagulant. Lithium heparin should not be used for lithium determinations.

   

What is the concentration of heparin in the KEMICO Vacutainer Tubes?

• All of the heparin is spray-dried on the wall of the tube.

 

How is the heparin applied to the tube wall?

• The heparin concentration is approximately 15 USP.