10 mL Polypropylene Transport Vials with Lavender Screw Caps — EDTA/Hematology, Non-Sterile, 1,000/Bag (240-3010-L60)
These 10 mL polypropylene transport vials are paired with lavender screw caps that follow the CLSI H3 color convention for EDTA anticoagulant applications, making them immediately recognizable throughout the pre-analytical chain. Supplied unassembled — 1,000 vials and 1,000 caps per bag — they accommodate pre-labeling and tube preparation workflows before point-of-collection assembly. The natural tube body allows direct visual assessment of sample volume and appearance, while the precision thread delivers a positive, leak-resistant seal suitable for centrifugation, frozen storage, and outreach specimen transport.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number (MPN) | 240-3010-L60 |
| Volume | 10 mL |
| Tube Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Tube Color | Natural (clear) |
| Cap Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Cap Color | Lavender |
| Cap Convention | EDTA anticoagulant (CLSI H3) |
| Cap Type | Threaded Screw Cap |
| Clinical Use | Hematology (CBC, differential, ESR) |
| Assembly State | Unassembled — 1,000 vials + 1,000 caps per Bag |
| Sterility | Non-Sterile |
| Pack Size | 1,000/Bag |
| Frozen Storage | −20°C |
| Autoclave Compatibility | 121°C |
| BPA / Phthalates | BPA-free; phthalate-free |
| Country of Origin | USA (California) |
Applications
- Hematology: CBC, differential, and ESR specimen collection and transport — the 10 mL volume provides sufficient material for primary analysis plus archive retention in a single vessel.
- Blood bank / transfusion medicine: EDTA whole blood, plasma, and serum aliquots where lavender cap color facilitates CLSI H3-compliant routing without secondary labeling.
- Clinical chemistry outreach: Serum, plasma, and CSF transport for volume-intensive chemistry panels; the high-capacity format reduces the need for multiple tubes per draw.
- Molecular diagnostics: EDTA-stabilized DNA/RNA transport; polypropylene is compatible with standard molecular preservatives and extraction chemistries.
- Toxicology / drug screening: Urine and serum chain-of-custody transport where a secure screw cap is required for leak-free packaging.
- Biorepository / biobank: Primary-analysis aliquoting with residual volume retained for long-term frozen storage at −20°C.
- Microbiology: Viral transport media and culture supernatant transfer using a chemically inert PP vessel.
Chemical Resistance
| Reagent / Condition | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Aqueous buffers / saline | Excellent |
| EDTA, citrate, ACD, and standard anticoagulants | Excellent |
| Dilute acids and bases | Excellent |
| Ethanol (<70%) | Good — short-term contact |
| Autoclave at 121°C | Compatible |
| Frozen storage to −20°C | Compatible |
| Acetone / chloroform / aromatic solvents | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Made in USA (California), these Caplugs® Evergreen vials are produced from virgin, BPA-free, phthalate-free polypropylene resin under ISO 9001 quality management. The unassembled 1,000/Bag format consolidates tube and cap procurement into a single line item, simplifying purchasing and inventory for high-volume clinical labs, outreach programs, and biorepositories. LabSupplies.com is an authorized Caplugs® Evergreen dealer, shipping from USA inventory with tiered pricing available for institutional and grant-funded accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the caps lavender, and does that matter for my lab's workflow?
Lavender is the CLSI H3 color convention for EDTA anticoagulant specimens. Using lavender-capped vials keeps your pre-analytical routing consistent with standard hematology tube color coding, reducing mis-sorting errors without requiring additional labeling.
Are these vials supplied assembled or unassembled?
They are supplied unassembled — each 1,000/Bag contains 1,000 vials and 1,000 caps packaged separately. This allows staff to pre-label tubes before capping, which is a common workflow preference in outreach and biobank settings.
Are these vials sterile, and can they be autoclaved?
The vials are non-sterile as supplied, which is appropriate for most specimen transport and aliquoting workflows that do not require sterile collection vessels. The polypropylene construction is autoclave-compatible at 121°C if process sterilization is required before use.
What other formats are available if I need a different volume or no cap?
The Caplugs® Evergreen 10 mL family includes a vial-only option and the same 10 mL body with red or yellow screw caps for other anticoagulant conventions. A 7 mL version with a lavender cap is also available for lower-volume hematology draws. Contact LabSupplies.com for current availability and volume pricing across the full line.