<chemical> A derivative of starch used as a plasma substitute in the treatment of haemorrhage. ... Pharmacological action: plasma substitutes. ... Chemical name: Starch, 2-hydroxyethyl ether ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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(het´ә-stahrch) an artificial colloid produced by addition of hydroxyethyl ether groups into amylopectin; used as an artificial plasma extender for treatment of shock.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: het′ă-starch Definitions: 1. A carbohydrate starch derivative used as a cryoprotective agent for erythrocytes; also used as an extender of blood plasma volume.
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A colloid solution of hydrolyzed amylopectin containing a range of particle sizes, from 10,000 daltons to over 3 million daltons.
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