ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid

Synonyms:
  • EDTA
German: Äthylendiamintetraessigsäure
Japanese: エチレンジアミン四酢酸

Chemistry. An organic acid that is a chelating agent binding calcium and heavy metal ions. It is used as an anticoagulant for blood specimens and for treatment of lead poisoning.

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