5 mL K₂EDTA Polystyrene Blood Collection Tubes (15×54 mm) – K6740

Mid-Volume EDTA Tubes for Routine Blood Collection

The K6740 tube is a 5 mL blood collection tube made from clear polystyrene, treated with dried K₂EDTA anticoagulant (8.75 mg per tube, which corresponds to 1.75 mg K₂EDTA per mL of blood). It measures 15×54 mm externally and is fitted with a pink screw cap. Designed for labs needing moderate sample volumes with standard EDTA treatment, stable performance, and clear visibility.

Key Features

• Volume: 5 mL — sufficient for routine panels without requiring several smaller tubes.

• Anticoagulant: K₂EDTA (dried, ~8.75 mg per tube) — prevents clotting and preserves sample integrity.

• Material: Polystyrene — allows for visual inspection of sample clarity, color, and clot presence.

• Dimensions: 15×54 mm external — fits many standard tube racks and centrifuge holders.

• Cap & Colour: Pink screw cap — colour-coded for EDTA tubes to help with sample identification.

• Temperature Range: −4 °C to +60 °C — safe for typical lab storage, ambient handling, and transport.

• Centrifuge Rating (RCF): Up to 1,500 × g — adequate for many routine separation protocols.

• Quality Markings: CE-marked under EU directive 98/79/EC; manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 quality management.

• Custom Options: Anticoagulant content or colour coding can be adjusted to suit lab needs.

Why Choose K6740 Tubes

• Ideal when requiring moderate blood volumes with EDTA anticoagulant in a standard format.

• Clear polystyrene makes it easy to check for haemolysis or clotting before processing.

• Colour-coded caps help reduce error in sample handling.

• Certified quality ensures reliable supply and compliance in clinical or research environments.

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Typical Applications

• Routine haematology tests (full blood counts, white cell differentials)

• Clinical diagnostic laboratories

• Veterinary labs or sample collection centres needing mid-volume EDTA tubes

• Field or clinic setups where standard EDTA tubes are needed reliably

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Technical Specifications

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For dependable mid-volume EDTA blood collection with reliable anticoagulant performance and certified quality, the K6740 5 mL Polystyrene Tubes are an excellent choice. Order now to maintain readiness for diagnostic, veterinary, or research workflows.

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In Summary

5mL K2E tube content - 8.75mg K2EDTA, 15x54mm polystyrene tube with pink screw cap. Temp range -4C to 60C. RCF 1500g.

Dipotassium EDTA top grade 1.75mg per mL supplied dried in base of the tube

Tubes can be prepared to your specification - content can be varied and colour coding changed to suit your needs

CE marked in accordance with EU directive 98/79/EC