A solution of inorganic salts which is used both to treat burns and cuts and to keep cells, tissues or organs alive outside the body.
Mixture of sodium, potassium and calcium chlorides used as a suspending and diluting fluid for bacterial and other cells. Of a similar osmotic pressure to 0.85 per cent NaCl, Ringer’s solution is less toxic than saline. The solution commonly used is 25 per cent of the strength of that originally advocated by Ringer.
A clear colorless physiological solution of sodium chloride (common salt), potassium chloride, and calcium chloride prepared with recently boiled pure water. The osmotic pressure of the solution is the same as that of blood serum. Ringer’s solution is used for maintaining organs or tissues alive outside the animal or human body for limited periods. Sterile Ringer’s solution is injected intravenously to treat dehydration.
Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride dissolved in distilled water. This solution is employed when these substances and bodily fluids have been depleted due to vomiting, diarrhea, or both.