Citrate-dextrose Solution (ACD)

• CAT Number: C000942
• CAS Number: 8013-89-6
• Molecular Formula: C6H12O6.C6H8O7
• Molecular Weight: 372.28
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Acid Citrate-dextrose; Anticoagulant Citrate-dextrose; ACD Solution; Glugicir
• Solubility: Methanol, Water
• Appearance: Colourless Solution
• Storage: 2-8°C, Inert atmosphere
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid;(2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanal
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O7.C6H12O6/c7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10;7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12);1,3-6,8-12H,2H2/t;3-,4+,5+,6+/m.0/s1
• InChIKey: IJRKANNOPXMZSG-SSPAHAAFSA-N
• SMILES: C(C(C(C(C(C=O)O)O)O)O)O.C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O

Citrate-dextrose solution (Cat No.:C000942) is a specially formulated anticoagulant solution used to prevent blood clotting in whole blood samples. It contains citric acid, sodium citrate, and dextrose in a specific concentration that effectively prevents coagulation by chelating calcium ions, which are essential for the blood clotting process. ACD is commonly used in blood collection and preservation for various diagnostic tests, blood transfusions, and research purposes. By inhibiting clot formation, ACD allows the whole blood sample to remain in a liquid state, preserving its cellular components and ensuring accurate analysis of blood parameters without clot interference.