The process of HD involves a dialyzer which contains semipermeable membrane with microscopic holes that allow only some substances to cross. Dialysate, also called dialysis fluid, is a solution of pure water, electrolytes and salts, such as bicarbonate and sodium, passes through one side of the membrane while blood from patients circulate through the other side of the membrane. [More…]
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