Water for Hemodialysis
[Note—See Water for Hemodialysis Applications
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![]() ![]() DEFINITION
Water for Hemodialysis is water that complies with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency National Primary Drinking Water Regulations and that has been subjected to further treatment, using a suitable process, to reduce chemical and microbiological components. It is produced and used onsite under the direction of qualified personnel. It contains no added antimicrobials and is not intended for injection.
SPECIFIC TESTS
• Total Organic Carbon
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• Microbial Enumeration Tests
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• Water Conductivity, Bulk Water
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• Bacterial Endotoxins Test
![]() ![]() ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Packaging and Storage:
Preserve in unreactive storage containers that are designed to prevent bacterial entry. Store at room temperature.
Auxiliary Information—
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USP38–NF33 Page 5805
Pharmacopeial Forum: Volume No. 35(6) Page 1485
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