DiagnoVac EDTA Tubes

DiagnoVac EDTA Tubes

EDTA salts (ethylene diamine tetra acetic acid) are used for the anticoagulation of whole blood for haematological investigations as the cellular components of the blood are particularly well preserved by EDTA. It works as an anticoagulant as it forms complexes with metal ions such as calcium, therefore inhibiting the coagulation cascade. Anticoagulation with EDTA is irreversible. The EDTA concentration in DiagnoVac EDTA Tubes is 1.8 mg per mL of complete blood when the fill level is correct, as recommended by the ICSH (International Council Society of Haematology) and the CLSI (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute). The institutes recommend dipotassium EDTA salt (K2 EDTA) for haematological investigation.
K2 EDTA is used in DiagnoVac EDTA Tubes in spray dried form

Mixing the tube
Correct mixing (8-10 inversions) of the DiagnoVac EDTA Tube immediately after the blood sample has been taken is extremely important to avoid microclotting.

Available in 2ml, 3ml , 4ml, 5ml, 6ml, 10ml
Available Sizes (13X75) (13X100) (16X100)