Horseshoe crab blood

Description

Horseshoe crab blood is a unique blue-colored blood containing a special substance called Limulus amebocyte lysate (LAL). This blood is highly significant in the medical field because LAL rapidly coagulates in the presence of bacterial endotoxins, allowing it to detect bacterial contamination in vaccines, intravenous drugs, and medical devices to ensure their safety. The blood's coagulation reaction can detect bacterial particles even in extremely low concentrations, making it a powerful tool for preventing infections from contaminated medical products.