Chelator

Synonyms of chelator

• ligand
• complexing agent
• sequestering agent

Collocations of chelator

metal chelator

Frequency: 80 %

The metal chelator effectively removed toxic metals from the patient's bloodstream.

iron chelator

Frequency: 70 %

The iron chelator is commonly used in the treatment of iron overload disorders.

calcium chelator

Frequency: 60 %

The calcium chelator helped regulate the levels of calcium in the cell.

copper chelator

Frequency: 50 %

The copper chelator was found to be effective in treating copper toxicity.

Idiomatic Expressions for chelator

• Phrase: chelator therapy
  Meaning: a medical treatment that involves the use of chelating agents to remove toxic metals from the body
  Usage: The patient underwent chelator therapy to treat heavy metal poisoning.