It prevents coagulation by binding calcium ions.
Lavender Top Tube, EDTA
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Lavender (EDTA) tube is commonly used for reticulocyte count.
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The color of the top tube for HgA1C blood test is lavender. This type of tube contains EDTA as an anticoagulant additive to prevent blood coagulation.
The lavender top tube used for drawing a complete blood count (CBC) is called an EDTA tube. It contains the anticoagulant ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) to prevent blood clotting and preserve the integrity of the blood sample for analysis.
A lavender-top tube is typically used for an ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) test.
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A PSA test is typically collected in a lavender-top tube, which contains the anticoagulant EDTA.
The PTH (parathyroid hormone) is typically drawn into a lavender or EDTA tube for testing.
The color tube for LDL cholesterol testing is typically a lavender/purple top tube containing EDTA as the anticoagulant.
The tube for CA125 blood test is typically a lavender or pink-colored tube, which contains the anticoagulant EDTA.