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Understanding: What are the blood substitute fluids?

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The search for effective blood alternatives has been ongoing for over a century, driven by concerns over blood safety, shortages, and storage issues. In critical emergency and surgical scenarios, understanding **what are the blood substitute fluids** is crucial, as they are designed to temporarily replace blood's lost volume and oxygen-carrying capacity when donated blood is unavailable.