Monovette or Microvette are described as what in capillary blood collection?

• A. Syringe alternatives
• B. Capillary tube protectors
• C. Blood culture bottles
• D. Micro-containers used during skin puncture collection

Answer: (D)

Monovette or Microvette are micro-containers designed for capillary blood collection during skin puncture. In capillary sampling, only a small volume of blood is needed and obtained via a finger or heel stick, so these tiny tubes or microcontainers are used directly at the puncture site to collect and hold that precise amount for testing. They are not syringes, not culture bottles, and not just protective caps; their purpose is to provide a convenient, sterile way to capture small volumes of blood right at the puncture site, which is especially useful in pediatric or point-of-care settings.