Dialysate

Dialysate is a special solution used during the dialysis procedure. It contains water, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chlorides, bicarbonates) in concentrations close to those in blood plasma, as well as other components.

The dialysate is fed into the dialyzer (artificial kidney) and circulates there along with the patient's blood, separated by a semi-permeable membrane. In this case, diffusion and ultrafiltration occur - toxic substances and excess fluid from the patient’s blood pass into the dialysate. Thus, the dialysate performs a cleansing function.

The composition of the dialysate is selected individually for each patient, depending on his condition and blood parameters. Adjustment of the composition is necessary to maintain the necessary balance of electrolytes, acid-base balance and water in the body during dialysis.

A properly selected dialysate ensures the effectiveness of hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis in the treatment of renal failure.