Extracellular volume

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004281",
  "term": "Extracellular volume",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The total volume of fluid in a body that exists outside of the cells, comprising both the plasma and the interstitial fluid. It represents the internal environment that bathes all cells, facilitating the transport of nutrients, gases, and waste products. The extracellular volume is typically about 20% of total body weight, or approximately 14 liters in a 70 kg adult human.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1222 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/extracellular-volume/"
}