BD Vacutainer EDTA Blood Collection Tubes

The EDTA inhibits the coagulation process by eliminating the calcium in the blood, reducing the platelet activation by protecting the platelets when the blood comes into contact with the inner surface of the tube. Ideal for counting leucocytes, platelets and red blood cells or for determining the leucocytic formula, for flow cytometry and for determinations of lead as the morphologies of the blood cells are preserved. The percentage of liquid tripotassium K3EDTA is: In 2 ml and 3 ml tubes: 7.5% (0.184M) In 4 ml or above tubes: 15% (0.369M) Dillution effect in K3EDTA tubes = 4 ml 1% and 3 ml 2%. Dilution effect in K2EDTA spray coated tubes = None. All plastic tubes can be stored down to -80ºC 18 month shelf life from date of manufacture Feefo Reviews Related Blogs Can I use EDTA Blood Collection Vacutainers in a -80 Freezer? A vacutainer blood collection tube is a sterile glass or plastic tube with a closure that is evacuated to create a vacuum inside the tube facilitating the draw of a predetermined volume of liquid. Most commonly used to draw a blood sample directly from the vein, these also are used to collect urine samples. Vacutainer tubes may contain additives designed to stabilize and preserve the specime...11 years ago More Information More Information ColourWhite Sterile?Yes