Vacucare Blood Collection Tubes Purple Top EDTA k2 6ml
A Vacutainer Blood Collection Tube with a purple EDTA K2 top is primarily used for collecting blood samples for hematology tests like complete blood counts (CBCs), blood type testing (ABO/Rh), and infectious disease tests. EDTA acts as an anticoagulant by binding calcium, which prevents the blood from clotting, making it ideal for whole blood and EDTA plasma collection for various diagnostic and research purposes.
Key Uses
Hematology:
The EDTA K2 tube is crucial for routine blood examinations, such as CBCs, and for assessing blood cell components.
Blood Transfusions:
It’s used in blood banks for ABO/Rh blood type testing and compatibility testing to ensure safe blood transfusions.
Infectious Disease Testing:
Samples from these tubes are utilized for testing various infectious diseases, including HIV, Hepatitis, and Cytomegalovirus (CMV).
Research:
The preservation of cellular components and lack of clotting make these tubes valuable for various scientific and research studies involving blood samples.
Plasma Collection:
The tube can be used to prepare EDTA plasma, which is then used for further diagnostic or research testing.
Why It’s Used
Anticoagulant Properties:
The K2 EDTA additive binds calcium ions, which are essential for blood clotting, thus preventing the collected blood sample from coagulating.
Cell Preservation:
It helps preserve the structure and integrity of blood cells and platelets, making it suitable for tests that require intact cells.
Whole Blood Collection:
The tube is designed to collect whole blood specimens for tests where the blood cells are analyzed directly.
- Vacucare Blood Collection Tube Purple EDTA k2
- Vacucare Blood Collection Tubes Purple Top EDTA k2 6ml
Vacucare Blood Collection Tubes Purple Top EDTA k2 6ml
