(biochemistry) A biopolymer of glucose produced by enzymes of certain bacteria; used as a substitute for blood plasma, and as a stationary phase in chromatography.

plural of dextran

simple past tense and past participle of dextranate

Modified by reaction with a dextran

A metallic compound of a dextran

To react with a dextran

A cicatrizant used in dressings and to treat faecal incontinence.

plural of dextranase

plural of dextransucrase

(biochemistry) An enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction sucrose + (1,6-alpha-D-glucosyl)n ⇌ D-fructose + (1,6-alpha-D-glucosyl)n⁺1.