Clot Activator Tube

A clot activator is a substance used in laboratory blood tests to promote the clotting process. It typically contains materials like silica or thrombin, which stimulate the coagulation cascade, allowing blood to clot more quickly. This is important for obtaining serum samples, as the clotting process separates the liquid serum from the solid components of blood. Clot activators are commonly found in blood collection tubes designed for certain diagnostic tests.

What is a clot activator?

In blood collection tubes, a clot activator is a substance that accelerates the clotting process, enabling efficient separation of serum. Usually composed of silica or thrombin, these activators facilitate the preparation of serum samples for laboratory tests while minimizing hemolysis and enhancing diagnostic reliability.

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