In which procedure is dextran used?
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Blood clotting
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Blood preservation
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Bleeding
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Blood transfusion
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Organ transplant
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Correct answer
Explanation
Blood transfusion is generally a process of receiving blood products into one's circulation intravenously. Dextran is a complex branched glucan composed of chains of varying lengths. It is used medicinally, as an antithrombotic (anti-platelet) to reduce blood viscosity and as a volume expander in anemia.