Ringer-Locke’s solution

medicine
Also known as: Locke’s solution

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comparison with Ringer’s solution

  • Lactated Ringer's solution is administered intravenously to restore circulating blood volume in trauma victims and to maintain blood volume during surgery.
    In Ringer’s solution

    Mammalian Ringer’s solution (Locke’s, or Ringer-Locke’s, solution) differs in that it contains glucose and more sodium chloride than the original solution.

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