Citrate-dextrose solution (ACD)
SIGMA/C3821 - sterile-filtered
Synonym: Acid citrate-dextrose; Anticoagulant citrate-dextrose
CAS Number: 8013-89-6
MDL Number: MFCD00212913
Product Type: Chemical
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| form | liquid |
| pH | 4.5-5.5 |
| Quality Level | 200  |
| sterility | sterile-filtered |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| Application: | Citrate-dextrose solution (ACD) has been used for dilution of blood for haematological studies. It has also been used as an anticoagulant during blood collection by cardiac puncture from mice and human bone marrow isolation. |
| Application: | For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Useful for anticoagulation of whole blood; erythrocyte survival |
| General description: | Citrate-dextrose solution (ACD) is an anticoagulant and preservative used routinely for blood storage. The ideal red blood cells shelf life is 21 days when stored in ACD solution. Red blood cells in ACD solution utilize glucose and their viability is impairs when reinfused. |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
| UNSPSC | 12161700 |