lake 2

lake 2 definition - medical

lake 2 (lāk)

noun
A pigment consisting of organic coloring matter with an inorganic, usually metallic base or carrier, used in dyes, inks, and paints.
verb
To cause blood plasma to become red as a result of the release of hemoglobin from the red blood cells.

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