Sodium EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid disodium salt) is a chelating agent widely used in various industries due to its ability to bind metal ions. Here are its common uses:
# 1. **Pharmaceuticals and Medicine**
- **Chelation Therapy**: Used to treat heavy metal poisoning by binding to metals like lead, mercury, or arsenic to aid in their removal from the body.
- **Preservative**: Prevents metal-catalyzed degradation in pharmaceuticals, extending shelf life.
- **Blood Collection**: Added to blood