Multiple choice

In which procedure is dextran used?

  1. Blood clotting

  2. Blood preservation

  3. Bleeding

  4. Blood transfusion

  5. Organ transplant

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D 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.