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Extracellular Fluid (ECF)

Target: ECF
Molecular classification: Fluid Compartment

Overview

Extracellular fluid (ECF) refers to all body fluids located outside the cells. It constitutes about 20% of total body weight in humans and is essential for providing a stable environment for cellular operations. ECF serves as the medium through which nutrients, gases, and waste products are transported between cells and their external environment.

Biological functions

Nutrient transportWaste removalHomeostasisCell signalingBuffering pH

Disease associations

DehydrationEdemaElectrolyte imbalance (e.g., Hyponatremia, Hypernatremia)

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Changes in volume or composition can indicate underlying disease

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