Question

    What is the common chemical used in blood banks as an anticoagulant and preservative?

    A Citrate phosphate dextrose Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Trinitrotoluene Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Methylprednisolone Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Methyl mercaptan Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Citrate-phosphate-dextrose (CPD) is used in blood banks to preserve blood and prolong the storage life of red blood cells.

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