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IBEX Sciences Normal Saline Solution (0.9% w/v Sodium Chloride) is a sterile, ready-to-use isotonic solution utilized across clinical, diagnostic, and research laboratories. It is formulated to match the osmotic pressure of human body fluids, ensuring that cells or biological samples maintain their structural integrity when suspended. [1, 2]
Key Laboratory and Diagnostic Applications
- Cell and Sample Washing: Used extensively in hematology and blood banking to wash red blood cells (RBCs) and remove interfering plasma proteins prior to blood typing, cross-matching, or Coombs testing. [1]
- Diagnostic Dilutions: Functions as a safe, neutral diluent for whole blood, serum, plasma, and various chemical specimens before analytical processing.
- Reconstitution: Serves as a standard vehicle to dissolve or reconstitute lyophilized (powdered) laboratory reagents, controls, and calibrators. [1]
- Tissue Preparation: Used to rinse and maintain the hydration of tissue specimens, biopsies, and histological samples without causing cellular distortion (crenation or lysis). [1]
Product Specifications
- Concentration: Contains 0.9 grams of analytical-grade Sodium Chloride (NaCl) per 100 mL of purified water, creating a 0.154 mol/L solution. [1]
- Isotonicity: Provides an osmolality of approximately 308 mOsm/L, mimicking physiological fluid balances. [1, 2]
- Ready-to-Use (RTU): Manufactured under strict quality controls to ensure consistent pH, precise concentration, and freedom from particulate contaminants. [1]
Storage and Stability
- Storage Temperature: Store at controlled room temperature (typically 15°C to 30°C) in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. [1, 2]
- Contamination Prevention: Because normal saline does not typically contain strong preservatives, it is highly susceptible to microbial growth once opened. Always use aseptic techniques, keep the bottle tightly sealed when not in use, and discard if the solution becomes cloudy or develops visible sediment. [1, 2, 3]
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