What Is a Vacutainer Holder and What Is It Used For?

A Vacutainer holder, sometimes called a Vacutainer needle holder or blood collection tube holder, is a component of an evacuated blood collection system used during venous blood draws. The holder connects a compatible blood collection needle with an evacuated blood collection tube, such as a BD Vacutainer® blood collection tube.

How Does a Vacutainer Holder Work?

During blood collection, a compatible blood collection needle is attached to or used with the holder. The evacuated blood collection tube is then inserted into the open end of the holder.

When the tube is pushed into position, the internal needle penetrates the tube's stopper. The vacuum inside the tube draws the designated volume of blood into the collection tube.

Once a tube is filled, it can be removed and another compatible tube can be inserted into the holder when multiple specimens are required, following the facility's approved blood collection procedures.

What Is a Vacutainer Holder Used For?

Vacutainer holders are commonly used for venous blood collection in settings such as:

• Hospitals

• Clinical laboratories

• Physician offices

• Outpatient clinics

• Phlebotomy centers

• Other healthcare facilities

The holder helps provide a stable connection between the blood collection needle and evacuated collection tube during specimen collection.

BD Vacutainer Tube Holders

The BD Vacutainer Tube Holder 364815 is a single-use blood collection tube holder designed for use with compatible BD Vacutainer blood collection products.

When purchasing a Vacutainer holder, verify compatibility with the blood collection needle, collection tube and other components being used.

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Clinical Information Disclaimer: This article is provided for general product education and purchasing information. Healthcare professionals should follow their facility's blood collection procedures and the manufacturer's current instructions for use.