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ACTIVITY 5:
EVACUATED TUBE SYSTEM (SINGLE DRAW)
Introduction:
Venipuncture is defined as the process of collecting or “drawing’ blood from a vein. It is the
most common way to collect blood specimens for laboratory testing. There are two ways by
which blood can be collected by venipuncture. These are by the use of the needle and syringe
which is referred to as the “open system”, and by the use of the evacuated tube system
referred to as the “closed system”. In this activity, venipuncture by evacuated tube system
(single draw) will be performed.
Objectives:
At the end of the activity, the students shall be able to perform proper venipuncture by the
evacuated tube system (single draw).
Materials:
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Procedure:
To properly execute this activity, the students should work by pair. Each pair should be given
time to discuss the procedure and organize the materials needed for the activity.
Conversations should be audibly heard by the instructor.
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