Question

which is a correct tube order? sterile blood culture, light blue, red, lavender gray, green, red, light blue sterile blood culture, light green, red, lavender sterile blood culture, red, lavender, green

Explanation:

The correct order of blood - collection tubes for phlebotomy generally starts with sterile blood culture tubes to prevent contamination, followed by light - blue (sodium citrate) for coagulation studies, red (plain or clot - activator) for serum chemistry and serology, and lavender (EDTA) for hematology. The first option "Sterile Blood Culture, Light Blue, Red, Lavender" follows this correct order.

Answer:

Sterile Blood Culture, Light Blue, Red, Lavender