Evaluation of di‐potassium and tri‐potassium EDTA evacuated tubes for routine haematological testing

Background The influence of blood collection devices on laboratory tests is often overlooked. We have discussed here how blood collection materials and devices can alter haematological test results, with an emphasis on blood collection tube ( BCT ) additives. We have compared K2 & K3‐ EDTA vacuum tubes of same manufacturer IMPROVACUTER ® for CBC analysis. Methods Blood was collected in both tubes simultaneously. Samples were analysed...