perfusate

/ˌpəˈfjuːzeɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a solution used to perfuse or supply blood, nutrient, or other substance to an organ or part of the body, especially during surgery or in perfusion therapy

“The surgeon used a perfusate to keep the patient’s brain cells alive during the delicate operation.”

Synonyms

  • perfusant
  • perfusory

Antonyms

  • depletant
  • toxicant