Complete Blood
Collection System
The Greiner Bio-One VACUETTE system delivers a complete, integrated blood collection platform — from evacuated tubes and safety butterfly sets to holders, needles, and capillary devices. 50 products across every tube type your laboratory needs, now available across all 33 Caribbean territories through McKesson distribution.
EDTA
SST
Heparin
Citrate
Serum
Glucose
50
Products Available
VACUETTE
Greiner Bio-One
50
Products
Tubes, needles, holders, lancets
6
Tube Categories
EDTA, SST, Heparin, Citrate, Glucose, Plain
33
Territories
Full Caribbean coverage
PET
Shatter-Proof
All tubes are plastic, not glass
Order of Draw
VACUETTE tubes follow the CLSI H3-A6 standard color coding — identical to BD Vacutainer. Your staff won't skip a beat.
Blood Culture
Yellow (SPS)
Coagulation
Light Blue (Citrate)
Serum / SST
Red or Gold
Heparin / PST
Green
EDTA
Lavender or Pink
Glucose
Gray (Fluoride)
EDTA Tubes
K2 & K3 EDTA anticoagulant tubes for hematology (CBC), blood banking, and immunohematology testing.
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Tube
2 mL | 13x75 mm | Lavender/White
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Tube
3 mL | 13x75 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Tube
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Tube
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Tube
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Pink/Black
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Tube (Blood Bank)
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Pink
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube
2 mL | 13x75 mm | Lavender/White
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube
3 mL | 13x75 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube
9 mL | 16x100 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube (Blood Bank)
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Pink/Black
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Lavender/Black
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Pink/Black
VACUETTE K3 EDTA Tube (Crossmatch)
6 mL | 13x100 mm | White/Black
VACUETTE K2 EDTA Separator Tube
5 mL | 13x100 mm | White/Yellow
Serum Separator (SST)
Clot activator plus gel separator tubes for clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, and therapeutic drug monitoring.
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
2.5 mL | 13x75 mm | Red/White
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Red/Yellow
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Gold
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
5 mL | 13x100 mm | Gold/Black
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
5 mL | 13x100 mm | Red/Yellow
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Red/Yellow
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
7 mL | 13x100 mm | Red/Yellow
VACUETTE Serum Sep Clot Activator
8 mL | 16x100 mm | Red/Yellow
Serum / Plain Tubes
Clot activator (no gel) and plain no-additive tubes for chemistry, trace elements, and discard draws.
VACUETTE Serum Clot Activator
2 mL | 13x75 mm | Red/White
VACUETTE Serum Clot Activator
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Red/Black
VACUETTE Serum Clot Activator
9 mL | 16x100 mm | Red/Black
VACUETTE No Additive (Plain)
3 mL | 13x75 mm | White/Black
VACUETTE No Additive (Plain)
6 mL | 13x100 mm | White/Black
VACUETTE No Additive (Plain)
9 mL | 16x100 mm | White/Black
Lithium & Sodium Heparin
Lithium heparin and sodium heparin tubes for plasma chemistry, STAT testing, and electrolyte panels. Available with and without separator gel.
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Tube
1 mL | 13x75 mm | Green/White
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Tube
2 mL | 13x75 mm | Green/White
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Tube
3 mL | 13x75 mm | Green/Black
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Tube
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Green/Black
VACUETTE Sodium Heparin Tube
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Green
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Tube
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Green/Black
VACUETTE Sodium Heparin Tube
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Green/Black
VACUETTE Sodium Heparin Tube (Royal Blue)
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Royal Blue/Black
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Sep Tube
3.5 mL | 13x75 mm | Green/Yellow
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Sep Tube
3.5 mL | 13x75 mm | Green/Yellow
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Sep Tube
3 mL | 13x75 mm | Mint Green/Yellow
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Sep Tube
5 mL | 13x100 mm | Green/Yellow
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Sep Tube
5 mL | 13x100 mm | Mint Green
VACUETTE Lithium Heparin Sep Tube
8 mL | 16x100 mm | Green/Yellow
Sodium Citrate (Coagulation)
3.2% sodium citrate tubes for PT, APTT, fibrinogen, D-dimer, and all coagulation studies. Precise 1:9 citrate-to-blood ratio.
VACUETTE 3.2% Sodium Citrate Tube
2 mL | 13x75 mm | Light Blue/White
VACUETTE 3.2% Sodium Citrate Tube
3.15 mL | 13x75 mm | Light Blue/Black
VACUETTE 3.2% Sodium Citrate Tube
3.5 mL | 13x75 mm | Light Blue/Black
VACUETTE 3.2% Sodium Citrate Tube
3 mL | 13x75 mm | Light Blue/Black
Glucose / Fluoride-Oxalate
Sodium fluoride / potassium oxalate tubes for glucose and lactate determination. Fluoride inhibits glycolysis to preserve glucose levels.
VACUETTE NaF/K Oxalate Tube
2 mL | 13x75 mm | Gray/White
VACUETTE NaF/K Oxalate Tube
4 mL | 13x75 mm | Gray/Black
VACUETTE NaF/K Oxalate Tube
6 mL | 13x100 mm | Gray/Black
Why VACUETTE for the Caribbean?
Greiner Bio-One's VACUETTE system is the ideal blood collection platform for Caribbean laboratories — shatter-proof PET tubes, no cold chain, and McKesson logistics.
VACUETTE Safety System
Integrated safety mechanisms across the entire blood collection workflow — from QUICKSHIELD holders to EVOPROTECT butterfly sets. Every component designed to prevent needlestick injuries.
33 Caribbean Territories
Caribbean Diagnostics delivers Greiner Bio-One VACUETTE products across every territory in the basin — from the Bahamas to Trinidad, Jamaica to Suriname.
McKesson Distribution
Backed by McKesson's logistics network for reliable supply chain continuity. No more waiting weeks for direct overseas shipments.
BD Vacutainer Compatible
VACUETTE tubes use identical CLSI color coding, standard dimensions (13x75, 13x100, 16x100), and fit all standard centrifuges and analyzers. Drop-in replacement.
PET Plastic — Shatter-Proof
All VACUETTE tubes are PET (polyethylene terephthalate) — lightweight, shatter-resistant, and safer than glass. Critical for tropical shipping and humid lab environments.
Extended Shelf Life
18-24 month shelf life from manufacture. Store at 4-25°C. No cold chain required for tubes — reducing logistics complexity for Caribbean procurement.
Cap Color Guide
VACUETTE follows the international CLSI standard for cap color coding. This guide covers every tube type in our Caribbean catalog.
| Cap | Additive | Primary Use | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
Lavender | K2 or K3 EDTA | Hematology | CBC, Differential, Reticulocytes |
Pink | K2 EDTA | Blood Bank | Type & Screen, Crossmatch |
Gold | Clot Activator + Gel | Chemistry (SST) | CMP, Lipids, Thyroid, Drugs |
Red | Clot Activator or None | Serum | Chemistry, Serology |
Green | Lithium / Sodium Heparin | Plasma Chemistry | STAT BMP, Electrolytes, BGA |
Light Blue | 3.2% Sodium Citrate | Coagulation | PT, APTT, Fibrinogen, D-dimer |
Gray | NaF / K Oxalate | Glucose | Glucose, Lactate |
White | None | Discard / Plain | Trace Elements, Discard |
Your Blood Collection Partner in the Caribbean
Caribbean Diagnostics doesn't just sell tubes — we help laboratories standardize their entire blood collection workflow across the VACUETTE system.
Product Selection
Our team helps you select the right tube sizes, additives, and collection devices for your test menu and daily volume. We match VACUETTE SKUs to your current BD or Sarstedt catalog.
Reliable Supply Chain
McKesson distribution means consistent availability and faster delivery. No more overseas lead times or customs surprises for basic blood collection supplies.
Safety Training
Phlebotomy safety training and QUICKSHIELD/EVOPROTECT implementation. Help your facility meet OSHA and local health authority needlestick prevention requirements.
Pan-Caribbean Logistics
We consolidate orders across vendors and ship to all 33 territories. One purchase order, one logistics partner, one invoice — regardless of how many islands you serve.
Standardization Support
Transitioning from BD or another brand? We provide crosswalk guides, staff training materials, and implementation timelines to ensure a smooth conversion.
Volume Pricing
Competitive pricing through McKesson's purchasing power. Volume commitments unlock additional savings. Contact us for territory-specific pricing.
50 Products.
One System.
Every Territory.
The complete VACUETTE blood collection system from Greiner Bio-One — now available across all 33 Caribbean territories through Caribbean Diagnostics and McKesson distribution.
Caribbean Diagnostics serves 33 Caribbean territories with complete blood collection solutions — tubes, needles, safety devices, and phlebotomy accessories from Greiner Bio-One.