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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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