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cellulose (selŽu-lōs)   a carbohydrate that forms the skeleton of most plant structures and plant cells. It is the source of dietary fiber and prevents constipation by adding bulk to the stool. Good sources in the diet are vegetables, cereals, and fruits.
 

absorbable cellulose  , oxidized cellulose  an absorbable compound of cellulose, applied locally to stop bleeding.

cellulose acetate  a compound of cellulose used in membrane filters for a variety of functions, including as a hemodialyzer membrane.

cellulose sodium phosphate  an insoluble, nonabsorbable cation exchange resin prepared from cellulose; it attaches to calcium and is used to prevent formation of calcium-containing kidney stones.





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