Ringer solution

/ˌrɪŋər səˌluʃən/
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Definitions of Ringer solution
  1. noun
    an aqueous solution containing the chlorides of sodium and potassium and calcium that is isotonic to animal tissues; used to correct dehydration and (in physiological experiments) as a medium for in vitro preparations
    synonyms: Ringer's solution
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    type of:
    isosmotic solution, isotonic solution
    a solution having the same osmotic pressure as blood
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