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This may be used to increase plasma volume but, as much of the albumin is lost into the gut, there may be a disappointing increase in serum albumin concentration after transfusion. Large [[Colloids|colloids]] (such as hetastarch) may also be administered to try to maintain plasma oncotic pressure.
This may be used to increase plasma volume but, as much of the albumin is lost into the gut, there may be a disappointing increase in serum albumin concentration after transfusion. Large [[Colloids|colloids]] (such as hetastarch) may also be administered to try to maintain plasma oncotic pressure.
===[[The Effects of Diuretics on the Kidneys - Anatomy & Physiology|Diuretics]]===
===[[Diuretics Effects on Kidneys - Anatomy & Physiology|Diuretics]]===
These may be used to reduce any ascites or pleural effusion and it has been suggested that [[Heart Failure, Treatment#C. Pharmacological |spironolactone]] may be more effective than [[Heart Failure, Treatment#C. Pharmacological|frusemide]] for this purpose.
These may be used to reduce any ascites or pleural effusion and it has been suggested that [[Heart Failure, Treatment#C. Pharmacological |spironolactone]] may be more effective than [[Heart Failure, Treatment#C. Pharmacological|frusemide]] for this purpose.