The anticoagulant of choice used in the blood bank is_______________?
Correct answer: C. Acid citrate dextrose solution
- A. Calcium oxalate
- B. Heparin solution
- C. Acid citrate dextrose solution
- D. Sodium fluoride
Explanation
Acid citrate dextrose binds calcium and contains dextrose to help preserve stored red cells, making it suitable for blood-bank storage. Heparin is mainly used when blood is needed for immediate procedures rather than storage.
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