dextran

dextran definition - medical

dex·tran (dĕkˈstrănˌ, -strən)

noun
Any of a group of long-chain polymers of glucose with various molecular weights that are used in isotonic sodium chloride solution for the treatment of shock, in distilled water for the relief of the edema of nephrosis, and as plasma volume expanders.

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