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OpenStudy (anonymous):

why do you use nacl instead of dh2o to dilute blood

OpenStudy (anonymous):

for what purpose?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

NaCl simulates the saline condition of our body fluids. Dilution with H2O may lead to bursting of the blood cells by absorbing water through osmosis. Hence, to avoid that saline condition is used.

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