Mesh term Dextrans
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Description
A group of glucose polymers made by certain bacteria. Dextrans are used therapeutically as plasma volume expanders and anticoagulants. They are also commonly used in biological experimentation and in industry for a wide variety of purposes.Browse to child terms:
DEAE-Dextran
Dextran Sulfate
Iron-Dextran Complex
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