(Platelet-Rich Plasma) PRP ACD tubes, also known as ACD-A (Anticoagulant Citrate Dextrose Solution A) tubes, are a type of blood collection tube used to prepare platelet-rich plasma for various medical and therapeutic applications. The ACD solution in these tubes serves a specific function in the process.

 

 

When a blood sample is collected into a PRP ACD tubes, the anticoagulant in the tube prevents the blood from clotting, keeping it in a liquid state. This is essential to obtain platelet-rich plasma, since clotting interferes with the separation of blood components.

 

After collection, PRP ACD tubes are typically centrifuged to separate the blood components. During centrifugation, the tube spins at high speed, causing the heavier red blood cells to settle at the bottom and the lighter platelet-rich plasma to rise to the top, forming a thin layer of white blood cells between them.

 

Once separation is complete, the platelet-rich plasma can be collected from the tube for therapeutic use. Platelets play a vital role in the body's natural healing process and are often used in orthopedics, sports medicine, dermatology and other fields to promote tissue repair and regeneration.​​​

 

 

PRP ACD (Platelet Rich Plasma Citrate Dextrose) tube is a specialized blood collection tube used to prepare platelet rich plasma (PRP). ACD stands for Acid Citrate Dextrose, which is the anticoagulant solution present in the tube. ACD solution prevents blood clotting and keeps platelets active during separation.

 

The PRP preparation process usually includes the following steps:

Blood collection: Professionals collect blood samples from patients using a syringe or vacuum tube system. Blood is drawn directly into the PRP ACD tube.

Centrifuge: Place the PRP ACD tube containing the blood sample into a centrifuge. The tube is rotated at a specific speed and duration to cause the blood to separate into different layers based on density.

Layer separation: After centrifugation, the blood components separate into three layers: red blood cells at the bottom, a thin layer of white blood cells and platelets (buffy coat) in the middle, and plasma at the top.

PRP collection: The platelet-rich plasma layer located above the red blood cells and below the plasma is carefully extracted using a syringe or a specialized PRP collection device. This PRP can then be used for a variety of medical procedures.

 

PRP ACD tubes are specially designed to ensure the preservation and quality of platelets during isolation. Acid Citrate Dextrose acts as an anticoagulant, preventing platelets from clotting and keeping them alive. Available in various sizes depending on the volume of PRP required to be collected.

 

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