| blood substitute | Any material (e.g., human plasma, serum albumin, or a solution of such substances as dextran) used for transfusion in haemorrhage and shock. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| volume substitute | Infusion of cell-free or volume-expanding fluids such as dextran for replacement of fluid lost from the circulation as part of the prevention or treatment of circulatory shock. (05 Mar 2000) |
| plasma substitute | A solution of a substance (e.g., dextran) used for transfusion in haemorrhage or shock as a substitute for plasma. Synonym: plasma expander. (05 Mar 2000) |
| salt substitute | These substances are usually potassium containing. Patients who are taking spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride or potassium supplements should be wary of excessive potassium intake. (27 Sep 1997) |
| substitute | 1. Anything that takes the place of another. 2. In psychology, a surrogate. (05 Mar 2000) |