{"id":8936,"date":"2025-06-16T13:35:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T13:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/doctor-allyeastafrica.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=8936"},"modified":"2026-04-10T11:05:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:05:19","slug":"medical-laboratory-edta-purple-top-vacutainers-price-in-kenya","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/doctor-allyeastafrica.com\/?product=medical-laboratory-edta-purple-top-vacutainers-price-in-kenya","title":{"rendered":"Medical EDTA purple top vacutainers."},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"305\">\ud83e\uddea <strong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"305\">What is EDTA?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"483\">EDTA is a <strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"335\">chelating agent<\/strong> that binds calcium in the blood, effectively <strong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"404\">preventing clotting<\/strong>. It\u2019s widely used when whole blood or plasma is needed for diagnostic testing.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"483\">An <strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"33\">EDTA purple top Vacutainer<\/strong> is a type of <strong data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"72\">blood collection tube<\/strong> used in medical laboratories for drawing and storing blood samples. The <strong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"173\">purple (or lavender) cap<\/strong> indicates that the tube contains <strong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"249\">EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid)<\/strong> as an <strong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"273\">anticoagulant.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h1 data-section-id=\"bsrprd\" data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"288\">Medical EDTA Purple Top Vacutainers \u2013 Hematology Blood Collection Tubes in Kenya<\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"679\">The <strong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"333\">Medical EDTA Purple Top Vacutainers<\/strong> supplied by Doctor Ally East Africa are premium-quality blood collection tubes specifically designed for hematology testing and whole blood analysis. These tubes contain <strong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"546\">EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid)<\/strong>, a powerful anticoagulant that prevents clotting by binding calcium in the blood, ensuring accurate and reliable laboratory results.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"881\">Widely used in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, research institutions, and clinics across Kenya and East Africa, EDTA vacutainers are essential for routine and specialized blood testing procedures.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"886\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"bs92t6\" data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"934\">Key Features of EDTA Purple Top Vacutainers<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1341\">\u2714 Contains EDTA anticoagulant for effective clot prevention<br data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"998\" \/>\u2714 Preserves blood cell morphology for accurate analysis<br data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\" \/>\u2714 Sterile, single-use design for infection control<br data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1109\" \/>\u2714 Leak-proof and vacuum-sealed for sample integrity<br data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1163\" \/>\u2714 Color-coded purple\/lavender cap for easy identification<br data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1223\" \/>\u2714 Compatible with standard vacutainer holders and needles<br data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\" \/>\u2714 Available in multiple sizes (e.g., 2ml, 3ml, 4ml, 5ml)<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"141rfwj\" data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1372\">Clinical Applications<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1422\">EDTA purple top vacutainers are widely used for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1615\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1m66g26\" data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1460\">Complete Blood Count (CBC) tests<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6p35m1\" data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1499\">Hemoglobin and hematocrit analysis<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1r5bhjq\" data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1537\">Blood grouping and cross-matching<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1fxp4cs\" data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1566\">Malaria parasite testing<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"lim6g\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1615\">Platelet count and white blood cell analysis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1816\">They are essential in diagnosing and monitoring conditions such as <strong data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1725\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Malaria<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1768\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Anemia<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1815\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Leukemia<\/span><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1821\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1vk5rk0\" data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1860\">Benefits for Laboratories in Kenya<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"2107\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ba8o49\" data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1914\">Ensures accurate and reliable hematology results<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"16k2t27\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1957\">Prevents clotting and sample rejection<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"lbiuxq\" data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"2004\">Ideal for high-volume laboratory workflows<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pwsuwb\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2052\">Improves efficiency in diagnostic processes<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pe3nne\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2107\">Suitable for hospitals, clinics, and research labs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2112\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"gk6kuo\" data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2161\">Technical Specifications (May Vary by Brand)<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2415\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1f8fovj\" data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2207\">Product Type: EDTA Blood Collection Tube<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tsto1r\" data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2240\">Cap Color: Purple \/ Lavender<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1sygtzb\" data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2284\">Additive: EDTA anticoagulant (K2 or K3)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"15oriml\" data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2329\">Material: Medical-grade plastic or glass<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"h8bxj1\" data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2360\">Use: Single-use disposable<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"9lhws1\" data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2415\">Application: Whole blood collection for hematology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2420\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"p4d4jq\" data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2490\">Why Buy EDTA Purple Top Vacutainers from Doctor Ally East Africa?<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2748\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1gj7let\" data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2548\">Trusted <strong data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2546\">laboratory consumables supplier in Kenya<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1xc8r79\" data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2599\">High-quality and certified diagnostic products<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"v6p3wi\" data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2656\">Competitive prices for bulk and institutional buyers<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pmq9u0\" data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2699\">Reliable supply for hospitals and labs<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1oo71l9\" data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2748\">Fast delivery across Nairobi and East Africa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2753\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1wg40d1\" data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2806\">Order EDTA Purple Top Vacutainers in Kenya Today<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2947\">Doctor Ally East Africa supplies reliable <strong data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2879\">EDTA vacutainers in Kenya<\/strong> designed for safe, accurate, and efficient blood sample collection.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"3053\">\ud83d\udcde Contact us today +254704328523 for pricing, wholesale orders, and nationwide delivery across Kenya and East Africa.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"488\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"547\">\ud83d\udfe3 <strong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"547\">Key Features of an EDTA Purple Top Vacutainer:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"1276\">\n<thead data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"582\">\n<tr data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"582\">\n<th data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"563\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"562\">Feature<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"582\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"580\">Description<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"1276\">\n<tr data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"698\">\n<td data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"640\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"639\">Color-Coded Cap<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"698\" data-col-size=\"md\">Purple or lavender top signifies the presence of EDTA.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"776\">\n<td data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"724\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"723\">Anticoagulant Used<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"776\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"736\">K2EDTA<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"750\">K3EDTA<\/strong> (most commonly K2EDTA).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"860\">\n<td data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"791\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"790\">Purpose<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"860\">Prevents clotting, preserves blood cells and plasma for analysis.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"905\">\n<td data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"879\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"878\">Sample Type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"905\">Whole blood or plasma.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"999\">\n<td data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"927\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"926\">Common Volumes<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"999\">Available in different volumes: typically <strong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"991\">2 mL, 4 mL, 6 mL<\/strong>, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1098\">\n<td data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1020\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1019\">Additive Form<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1098\">EDTA is coated on the inside of the tube, either as a dry spray or liquid.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1192\">\n<td data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1119\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1118\">Vacuum Sealed<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1192\">Maintains a consistent draw volume for standardized blood collection.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1276\">\n<td data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1208\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1207\">Material<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1276\">Glass or plastic tube depending on manufacturer and application.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"sticky end-(--thread-content-margin) h-0 self-end select-none\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1281\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1320\">\ud83d\udd2c <strong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1320\">Common Uses of EDTA Tubes:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1612\">\n<thead data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1354\">\n<tr data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1354\">\n<th data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1338\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1337\">Test Type<\/strong><\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1354\" data-col-size=\"md\"><strong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1352\">Examples<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1612\">\n<tr data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1459\">\n<td data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1404\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1403\">Hematology<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1459\" data-col-size=\"md\">CBC (Complete Blood Count), ESR, reticulocyte count<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1511\">\n<td data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1479\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1478\">Blood Typing<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1511\" data-col-size=\"md\">ABO\/Rh typing, crossmatching<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1567\">\n<td data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1536\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1535\">Molecular Testing<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1567\" data-col-size=\"md\">DNA\/RNA analysis, PCR tests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1612\">\n<td data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1585\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1584\">HbA1c Test<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1612\" data-col-size=\"md\">For monitoring diabetes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"sticky end-(--thread-content-margin) h-0 self-end select-none\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 flex items-end\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1617\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1646\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1646\">Important Notes:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"2047\">\n<li data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1779\">\n<p data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1779\"><strong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1661\">Mixing:<\/strong> Tubes should be <strong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1708\">gently inverted 8\u201310 times<\/strong> after collection to ensure proper mixing with the EDTA (do not shake).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1913\">\n<p data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1913\"><strong data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1797\">Shelf Life:<\/strong> EDTA preserves cellular components well for a short time but is not suitable for long-term storage of all analytes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2047\">\n<p data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2047\"><strong data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1940\">Not for Serum Tests:<\/strong> EDTA tubes should <strong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1974\">not be used<\/strong> for chemistry panels that require serum (use red or gold tops for that).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2047\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"102\">Here is a step\u2011by\u2011step procedure for using an <strong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"78\">EDTA (purple\u2011top) Vacutainer<\/strong> for blood collection:<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"107\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"150\">\ud83e\uddea Procedure: Using an EDTA Vacutainer<\/h2>\n<ol data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"2612\">\n<li data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"389\">\n<p data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"197\"><strong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"195\">Patient identification &amp; preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"389\">\n<li data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"253\">\n<p data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"253\">Confirm the patient\u2019s identity (name, ID, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"318\">\n<p data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"318\">Explain the procedure and obtain consent (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"389\">\n<p data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"389\">Ensure the patient is comfortably seated, arm supported, relaxed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"707\">\n<p data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"418\"><strong data-start=\"394\" data-end=\"416\">Assemble equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"707\">\n<li data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"472\">\n<p data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"472\">EDTA Vacutainer tube (check expiration, label)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"530\">\n<p data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"530\">Vacutainer holder and needle (sterile, single use)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"548\">\n<p data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"548\">Tourniquet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"609\">\n<p data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"609\">Alcohol swabs (70\u202f% isopropyl) or suitable antiseptic<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"641\">\n<p data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"641\">Gauze or cotton, bandage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"677\">\n<p data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"677\">Gloves, protective equipment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"707\">\n<p data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"707\">Labels, requisition form<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"944\">\n<p data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"748\"><strong data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"746\">Apply tourniquet &amp; locate vein<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"944\">\n<li data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"838\">\n<p data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"838\">Apply the tourniquet about 7\u201310\u202fcm above the antecubital fossa (or suitable site).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"914\">\n<p data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"914\">Ask the patient to make a fist (if safe) to enhance vein prominence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"944\">\n<p data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"944\">Palpate a suitable vein.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1150\">\n<p data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"978\"><strong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"976\">Disinfect puncture site<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1150\">\n<li data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1070\">\n<p data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1070\">Clean the site with an antiseptic swab using concentric circles from center outward.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1150\">\n<p data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1150\">Allow the skin to air dry fully before puncture (do not blow or touch it).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<p data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1182\"><strong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1180\">Perform vein puncture<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<li data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1241\">\n<p data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1241\">Remove the cap from the needle (keeping sterility).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1327\">\n<p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1327\">Hold the arm steady, anchor the vein by pulling skin taut below puncture site.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<p data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1393\">Insert needle bevel up at ~15\u00b0 to 30\u00b0 angle into the vein.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1651\">\n<p data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1426\"><strong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1424\">Attach EDTA Vacutainer<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1651\">\n<li data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1558\">\n<p data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1558\">Immediately after the flash (blood in needle hub), push the EDTA tube into the Vacutainer holder so that vacuum draws blood.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1651\">\n<p data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1651\">Let the tube fill to the marked fill volume (full draw for accurate anticoagulation).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1914\">\n<p data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1676\"><strong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1674\">Mix the sample<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1914\">\n<li data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1813\">\n<p data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1813\">As soon as the tube is filled, gently <strong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1750\">invert the tube 8\u201310 times<\/strong> to mix the blood with EDTA additive, preventing micro\u2011clots.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1914\">\n<p data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1914\">Do <em data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1827\">not<\/em> shake vigorously (that may hemolyze cells).<br data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\" \/><span class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"><span class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"><a class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.1pharmalab.com\/directory-of-services\/laboratory-manual\/specimen-collection-and-handling?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"><span class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"><span class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\">1Pharma Lab<\/span><span class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center 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