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Dextran

Description:

Dextran is a polysaccharide composed of glucose molecules that are linked together, forming a branched structure. It is commonly used in the pharmaceutical and medical industries due to its various properties, such as its ability to improve blood flow and act as a plasma expander.

Examples:

Noun:

1. A solution of dextran is commonly used during surgeries to maintain blood volume.
2. Some researchers are studying the potential of using dextran to encapsulate and deliver drugs to specific areas in the body.

Adjective:

1. The dextran solution was found to be effective in improving circulation.
2. He received a dextran injection to stabilize his blood pressure.

Verb:

1. The researchers decided to dextranize the molecules to enhance their stability.
2. They plan to dextranize the drug compound to improve its solubility.

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