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blood substitute

CHEBI:CHEBI_38849

Definition

A substance that can carry oxygen to and carbon dioxide away from the tissues when introduced into the blood stream. Blood substitutes are used to replace hemoglobin in severe hemorrhage and also to perfuse isolated organs.

Alternative Names

  • artificial blood
  • blood substitutes
  • oxygen carrier

Treatment Applications

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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Additional Identifiers

core#notation
CHEBI:38849

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