Which of the following indicates the correct order of draw for the vacuum tube method of venipuncture?

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The correct order of draw for the vacuum tube method of venipuncture is designed to prevent cross-contamination of additives between tubes. The order typically starts with blood cultures, followed by coagulation tubes, and then other tubes according to the additives they contain. The order A) Red, green, lavender, gray follows a common guideline: blood cultures (not listed here), coagulation tubes (not listed here), serum tubes with or without clot activator (red), heparin tubes (green), EDTA tubes (lavender), and then oxalate/fluoride tubes (gray). This order helps in minimizing the risk of additive carryover and ensures accurate test results.

Which of the Following Indicates the Correct Order of Draw