artificial blood

noun

1. a chemical emulsion, capable of carrying oxygen and carbon dioxide, for temporary use as a blood substitute in medical emergencies or when a patient objects to blood transfusions on religious grounds.

Word History and Origins

Origin of artificial blood¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Now, researchers have found a way to bridge the gap between in vitro and in vivo research: artificial blood vessels.

From Science Magazine

The more efficient differentiation and lab-grown vessels could allow researchers to grow an artificial blood brain barrier to test neurological drugs under development, according to Lian.

From Science Daily

Traditional artificial blood vessel designs often don't mimic the natural design needed to function properly in the body.

From Science Daily

When inflated, the system twists and squeezes the heart like real heart muscle, pumping artificial blood through a mock circulation system and simulating the beat of a biological heart.

From Science Daily

She steadfastly supports the pained and pale Morbius — now a Nobel Prize winner for inventing artificial blood — by assisting in his unethical experiments.

From Los Angeles Times