EDTA Blood Collection Tubes are used primarily for hematology tests. These tubes contain ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) as an anticoagulant, which prevents blood from clotting by binding calcium ions. This allows for accurate assessment of blood components. The primary uses include:
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Complete Blood Count (CBC): Evaluating red and white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets.
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Blood Smears: Assessing cell morphology.
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Hemoglobin A1c: Monitoring glucose control in diabetic patients.
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Blood Typing and Crossmatching: Preparing for transfusions.
The anticoagulant properties of EDTA preserve cellular structure, making these tubes ideal for detailed cellular analyses.
BD Vacutainer EDTA Blood Collection Tubes are a type of blood collection tube that contains ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) as an anticoagulant. The tubes have a volume of 3mL and are 13mm in diameter and 75mm in length. They also feature a Hemogard Closure, which is a safety feature that helps prevent exposure to blood or accidental needle sticks. This type of tube is commonly used for collecting whole blood samples for hematology testing and other laboratory procedures.
BD Vacutainer EDTA Tubes are plastic sample tubes for collecting whole blood. These collection tubes are coated on the inside with K2EDTA (Potassium Ethylene Diamine Tetra Acetic acid). This material acts as an anticoagulant to prevent the samples from clotting.
These blood collection tubes also use the Hemogard closure. The Hemogard is designed to protect lab personnel, equipment, and other samples from coming into direct contact with the blood preventing contamination. This is accomplished with a rubber stopper that has a plastic shield and is recessed within the closure. The rubber stopper prevents blood from splashing when the tube is opened as well as from lining the outer rim of the tube.
Features:
- Rubber Stopper Prevents Blood Spills
- BD Hemogard Prevents Contamination
- Lavender Cap Helps with Quick ID
Product Specifications
- Product Number: 367856
- Diameter: 13mm
- Length: 75mm
- Material: Plastic
What is Potassium Ethylene Diamine Tetra Acetic acid?
Potassium Ethylene Diamine Tetra Acetic acid (or Potassium EDTA) is a chelating agent that is commonly used in various industries, such as food preservation, cosmetics, and water treatment. Its chemical formula is K2C10H14N2O8 and it is a type of compound known as a polyaminocarboxylic acid. It is often used as a salt due to its water-soluble properties and is able to bond with and remove metal ions from a solution, preventing them from interacting with other compounds and causing unwanted reactions or spoilage. Potassium EDTA is considered safe for use in these industries and is commonly used as a food additive under its E number, E385.
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