What Does “Render Isotonic” Mean on Bacteriostatic Water Labels?

water, you might’ve seen the phrase “to render isotonic” and wondered what that means.

Put simply, this just means that bacteriostatic water isn’t meant to be used by itself. It needs to be mixed with something else, like before “research use”.

Here’s why: Our bodies, and the cells in them, like things to be balanced. This balance is called tonicity, and it’s especially important when it comes to fluids entering the bloodstream or tissues. Bacteriostatic water on its own isn’t “isotonic,” meaning it doesn’t match the natural salt and fluid balance inside our cells. Using it without mixing it first can irritate cells or cause discomfort, of course when using it for research purposes. 

So when the label says “to render isotonic,” it’s just reminding you that you need to mix the bacteriostatic water with something else first so it’s safe to use for research purposes. 

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