EDTA tubes are utilized in clinical settings primarily for blood collection, particularly in haematology laboratories. The anticoagulant ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) present in these tubes prevents blood clotting by chelating calcium ions necessary for coagulation. This property makes EDTA tubes ideal for preserving the integrity of blood samples and maintaining cellular components, crucial for accurate haematological analysis. Common tests performed using EDTA tubes include Complete Blood Count (CBC), which assesses the quantity and types of blood cells, and Haemoglobin and Haematocrit tests, measuring haemoglobin concentration and red blood cell volume. Numerous haematological procedures, including as red cell grouping, antibody screening, Rh typing, determining the presence or absence of HIV RNA, red cell folate, blood film, reticulocytes, and many more, are studied in these tubes.
- Brand: CENVAC®
- Manufactured in: India
- Material: PET
- Type of tube: Vacuum, Double cap
- Additive type: K2 EDTA/K3 EDTA
- Tube size: 13x75 mm / 13x100mm
- Draw volume: 1ml | 2ml | 3ml | 4ml | 5ml | 6ml |
- Cap Color: Lavender /Violet
- Packaging size (inner case): 100 pcs
- Packaging size (outer case): 1200 pcs