EDTA blood collection tubes are very important in modern laboratories, especially for clinical hematology, cross-matching, and blood typing. For that reason, they are structured to facilitate the binding of calcium, hence preventing the formation of a clot in the blood.

Features OF  EDTA Tube

● Anticoagulant Function: EDTA K2 or K3 is helpful in this case because it sequesters any free calcium ions that cause clot formation and hence keeps the samples free from such alterations.

● Material Flexibility: This provides PET for lightweight construction and glass for increased chemical resistance, thus responding to varying laboratory requirements.

● Plasma Separation: This tube facilitates prominence in plasma separation, making it ideal for other blood tests, particularly hematology.

● Leak-Proof Design: The lavender screw cap has been molded in such a way that makes the closure tight and leak proof making it possible to transport and store the blood samples safely.

Specifications OF Vacuum Blood Collection EDTA Tube

Applications OF blood collection EDTA Tube

● Clinical Hematology: EDTA blood collection tubes are widely used in blood analysis; EDTA blood collection tubes are anti-coagulants, which allow for blood cell counting without the blood clotting.

● Cross-Matching: Perfect  for Phill Collins blood tests, these tubes were found to keep the blood usable for screening purposes.

● Blood Grouping: Used during the typing of blood and in compatibility testing, this type of blood collection tube, which contains preservatives, also aids in conserving blood cell components.

Why Choose Us

Jiangsu Huida is a well-renowned blood collection tubes manufacturer with two decades of experience producing quality items according to the best production standards. Its ISO and  CE-certified products are trusted in laboratories all over the world. Jiangsu Huida is a trusted medical device manufacturer throughout Europe, the USA, and Southeast Asia.

FAQs

Q1: What is the purpose of EDTA in blood collection tubes?

A: Since EDTA is an anticoagulant and is used in hematology blood tubes to prevent blood from forming clots, it is a must-have for blood collection that needs to retain a sample of whole blood.

Q2: What is the difference between EDTA K2 and K3 in lavender EDTA tubes?

A: In EDTA K2, the substrate is sprayed on the walls of the tube, while EDTA K3 is usually added as a liquid. Both act as anticoagulants, but some studies do not use one or the other, depending on the individual’s test.

Q3: Why is a lavender EDTA tube preferred for hematology?

A: Lavender EDTA tubes are most commonly used for blood samples in hematology tests. They inhibit the coagulation of blood cells, ensuring accurate cell counts and retention of blood cells and plasma for further tests.