
PHLEBOTOMY
Phlebotomy, the act of drawing blood, is essentially used to analyze and diagnose a patient’s condition. It includes profoundly developed, thoroughly tested techniques and needles that guarantee the security and solace of the patient and the uprightness of the gathered samples.
For your convenience, Yourhealthfirst offers a ‘walk-in’ service. However, patients are advised to book an appointment as patients of our clinic are given priority. Waiting times during clinical hours can reach up to 45 minutes or more if appointment is not booked.
If you must fast before your blood test, please ensure you have fasted for 12 hours prior to your test. You may sip small amounts of water and take any necessary medications.
We guarantee all sample containers are:
- Properly capped and securely fastened
- Clearly labelled with the patient’s name and time of collection
- Inside a sealed plastic bag
- Accompanied by a fully completed request form
BLOOD CENTRIFUGATE
Centrifugation

USEFUL INFORMATION FOR EACH TEST
Light Blue Top – Sodium Citrate, either 3.2% or 3.8% Citrate. Citrate is an anticoagulant it binds Calcium which is needed for coagulation. Result is RBC and Plasma. This tube goes to Coagulation for Prothrombin time and other coagulation tests.
• Additive: Sodium Citrate (3.2% or 3.8%) (Citrate is an anticoagulant so the blood will not clot prior to testing).
• Most common tests: to determine coagulation disorders
Red Top
- Additive: activator and silicone coated interior
• Most common tests: routine chemistry, serology, immunochemistry and TDM testing.
Green / Light Green Top
• Additive: Sodium herparin, lithium heparin
• Most common tests: for plasma determinations in chemistry
Purple / Lavender Top
• Additive: EDTA K2, EDTA K3
• Most common tests: hemoglobin, complete blood count
Pink Top
• Additive: EDTA K2
• Most common tests: blood hematology and blood banking
Grey Top
• Additive: Potassium oxalyate and sodium fluoride. Sodium fluoride/ Na2 EDTA
• Most common tests: Glucose levels, blood alcohol levels, lactate, bicarbonate
Yellow Top
• Additive: Acid citrate dextrose (ACD) solution A or ACD solutions B
• Most common tests: Blood banking, DNA testing
Royal Blue Top
• Additive: Sodium heparin
• Most common tests: Blood heavy metals
Please bring your Pathology Service Request Form
Our prices
£35 Blood draw
Opening hours
Monday to Friday -10am to 9pm
Saturday -10am to 5pm
Sunday -Only by appointment
Out of hours -Only by appointment