24/08/2026
๐ฌ Did you know that plasma and serum aren't the same thing?
While they might look similar, they are actually different by composition, but united by purpose!
๐กHere is a quick breakdown of how medical labs separate them to run your blood tests:
๐งช Plasma (Purple Top Tube)Contains an anticoagulant to prevent the blood from clotting.Separates into three distinct layers: Plasma (the liquid portion on top), the Buffy Coat (white blood cells and platelets), and Red Blood Cells (the heaviest layer at the bottom).๐งช Serum (Gold/Yellow Top Tube)Contains a gel separator and allows the blood to clot naturally.The gel creates a solid barrier separating the Serum (a clear, clot-free liquid) from the Red Blood Cell Clot trapped at the bottom.
Every sample tells a story, and using the correct tube ensures accurate results for your health! ๐ฉบโจ
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