Pentetic acid, also known as diethylenetriamine pentaacetic acid (DTPA), is a chelating agent that binds to metal ions. It has a chemical structure that enables it to form stable complexes with various metal ions, which is useful in several applications. DTPA is commonly used in medicine, particularly in the treatment of heavy metal poisoning, as it can help to remove toxic metals like lead, mercury, and plutonium from the body.
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