Introduction to AB Medical Co., Ltd.

AB Medical Co., Ltd. is a leading Korean medical technology company specializing in the manufacture and supply of diagnostic medical devices, with a particular focus on hematology and blood testing.
With the mission of delivering high-quality products at competitive prices and with advanced technology, the company has established itself as one of the top manufacturers of vacuum blood collection tubes in Korea, directly competing with major global brands such as BD Vacutainer.
The company not only supplies products but also develops production machinery and provides technology transfer services, supporting international partners in local manufacturing.

Formation and Development of AB Medical

AB Medical was founded in 2012 in Korea. Its headquarters is located in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do Province. From a startup in the healthcare industry, the company quickly grew thanks to heavy investment in research and development (R&D), becoming a leader in the field of medical consumables.
To date, AB Medical has expanded its production scale to a capacity of up to 8 million units per month, serving both the domestic and international markets.

Outstanding Technologies of AB Medical

AB Medical’s core mission is to provide reliable, safe, and cost-effective medical solutions to replace or compete with high-end imported products.
The company stands out with the following strengths:
Advanced automated production technology:
The production system achieves speeds of up to 12,000 tubes/hour with only 2 operators, reducing costs while ensuring consistent quality.Exclusive patents:
Holds 6 patents related to precise and high-speed production processes, optimizing efficiency and minimizing errors.
Clinical validation laboratory:
The company has independent studies proving clinical equivalence to BD Vacutainer products, for example, research from Chonnam National University Hospital, where test results from V-Tube showed high accuracy and equivalence in hematology, biochemistry, and coagulation tests.
International quality certifications:
AB Medical complies with strict standards such as ISO-13485, GMP, and CE, ensuring product safety and accuracy.

The company also invests in R&D to develop new products, focusing on environmental friendliness and ease of use in clinical settings.

Flagship Product: V-Tube™ Blood Collection Tubes

AB Medical’s flagship product line is V-Tube™ – single-use vacuum blood collection tubes designed for safe collection, storage, and transportation of blood samples for medical testing. The products are made from high-grade plastic with precisely formulated additives to prevent contamination or sample alteration.

Main types include:

• Serum Separator Gel Tubes (Clot Activator with Gel): Gel separator tubes for biochemistry testing.
• Serum Tubes (Clot Activator): Basic serum tubes.
• EDTA K2 / K3 Tubes: EDTA anticoagulant tubes, ideal for hematology testing (e.g., complete blood count).
• Heparin Tubes: Heparin tubes for plasma biochemistry testing.
• Citrate Tubes (Sodium Citrate 3.2%): Used for coagulation testing.
• ESR Tubes (Sodium Citrate 3.8%): For erythrocyte sedimentation rate measurement.
• Glucose Tubes (NaF + EDTA K3): Preserves samples for blood glucose testing.
• Sample Cup 1.6 ml: Auxiliary sample cups for analyzers.

There are a total of 32 product types in the V-Tube line, meeting the diverse needs of laboratories. The products are supplied to major hospitals, medical universities, and testing centers in Korea as well as internationally through distribution agreements.
In addition, AB Medical manufactures automated machinery for blood collection tube production and provides technology transfer services, enabling partners in developing countries to produce similar products locally.