QBC Tubes: Features and Benefits

QBC Tubes work with the QBC STAR and the QBC Autoread Plus hematology analyzers to deliver a unique, patented dry hematology approach that sets them apart from competing products.  QBC Tubes, which include tubes such as the STAR Tube and the AccuTube, contain staining reagents on the inside of the tube, as well as a precision plastic float designed to separate the white blood cell layers (the "buffy coat"), to achieve this technological breakthrough.

For more information about QBC tubes, and to determine which tube best suits your needs, please consult the following guide:

Tube Guide
To determine the best tube for you, please use the guide below:

Star Tube
Which analyzers use this tube?	QBC STAR
Sample size?	70 µl
What type(s) of blood can be used with this tube?	Capillary or venous
What type of stopper does it use?	Pre-inserted, ventilated stopper
How is the float inserted into the tube?	Float is contained in the STAR Tube cap, and is inserted by twisting the cap
Anticoagulant included in tube?	Yes

QBC AccuTubes
Which analyzers use this tube?	QBC Autoread Plus
Sample size?	70 µl
What type(s) of blood can be used with this tube?	Capillary or venous (using QBC pipetter)
What type of stopper does it use?	Pre-inserted, ventilated stopper
How is the float inserted into the tube?	Floats are externally contained in the AccuTube packaging within soft grip holders.  Slide the AccuTube through the soft grip holder, and the float will be inserted.
Anticoagulant included in tube?	Yes

E-Z Prep Capillary Tubes
Which analyzers use this tube?	QBC Autoread Plus
Sample size?	60 µl
What type(s) of blood can be used with this tube?	Capillary
What type of stopper does it use?	Pre-inserted, ventilated stopper
How is the float inserted into the tube?	Floats are pre-inserted in the tube.  A plastic stylus is included to ensure proper placement of the float.
Anticoagulant included in tube?	Yes

QBC Capillary Tubes
Which analyzers use this tube?	QBC Autoread Plus
Sample size?	60 µl
What type(s) of blood can be used with this tube?	Capillary
What type of stopper does it use?	External closure, located in test tray well
How is the float inserted into the tube?	Floats are external and located in test tray well.  Floats can be inserted using plastic forceps or using a gloved hand.
Anticoagulant included in tube?	Yes

QBC Venous Tubes
Which analyzers use this tube?	QBC Autoread Plus
Sample size?	111 µl
What type(s) of blood can be used with this tube?	Venous (using the QBC pipetter)
What type of stopper does it use?	External closure, located in test tray well
How is the float inserted into the tube?	Floats are external and located in test tray well.  Floats can be inserted using plastic forceps or using a gloved hand.
Anticoagulant included in tube?	No

For more information on QBC Tubes, please consult the Tubes Literature page.  For information on the QBC Malaria Test, please consult the QBC Malaria Test product page.