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  • Jaundice fluid is a special kind of embalming chemical used for preserving the dead body specifically affected by jaundice. It is a form of arterial preservative fluid serving the purpose to keep a jaundiced dead body from decomposing and discoloration.

    Properties

    As a form of preservative arterial fluid, jaundice fluid has special properties consisting of chemicals that can change the yellowish discoloration from a jaundiced dead body to a rosy tone. Some jaundice fluids have humectants, preservative components and water conditioners.

    Purpose

    The purpose of jaundice fluid is not solely for preserving the dead body but also to hide the yellowish discoloration caused by jaundice. It also serves to prevent the jaundiced body from turning green.

    Process

    During the embalming process the fluids may be injected into the arteries or the body fluids are aspirated to be replaced with the fluids.

    Types

    Jaundice fluids may be in the form of a bleaching fluid that oxidizes the discoloration. It may also be a coupling compound system combined into the bile to change the color pigments. It can be in combination with formaldehyde in the form of chemical adduct system.

    Warnings

    Do not combine jaundice fluids with other types of arterial fluids unless specified that it can be used together with other pre-injection fluids.

    Source:

    Frigidfluid.com: Color Guard 1- Jaundice Fluid

    hepburnsuperior.com: Arterial Fluids

    books.google.com: Embalming

    More Information:

    Uco.edu: Embalming Introduction and Embalming Chemicals

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