EDTA (di-sodium) 5%

EDTA (di-Sodium) 5% is an in-vitro anticoagulant for diagnostic laboratory use. It prevents blood clotting by chelating calcium ions which are required for the coagulation process. EDTA is a calcium-chelating agent. Its multiple carboxylic acid and amine groups are able to bind calcium and other metal ions, forming stable complexes. Calcium is important in several enzyme reactions involved in coagulation, so its removal prevents clot formation in the blood collection tube.
EDTA has traditionally been used as an anticoagulant for haematological testing as it preserves blood cell components and morphology. This makes it useful when the cellular characteristics of a blood sample need to be maintained for subsequent examination.
The product is supplied as a clear, colourless liquid and is miscible with water. It fulfills the relevant suitability test. For in vitro diagnostic use, an adequate sample-to-anticoagulant ratio and well-established procedures for sample handling in your laboratory should be utilized. Correct usage contributes to preservation of sample integrity and reliable diagnostic testing.

Supports in-vitro blood anticoagulation by chelating calcium, helping preserve cellular components for diagnostic hematological testing.