ICF vs ECF

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Intracellular Fluid (ICF)

Fluid located inside the cells, critical for cellular metabolism and containing organelles necessary for cell function.
2/3 of TBW

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Composition of ICF

K, Mg, PO43-

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Extracellular Fluid (ECF)

Fluid located outside the cells, divided into interstitial fluid and plasma, essential for nutrient and waste transport.

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Composition of ECF

Na+, Cl-, Bicarbonate

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Interstitial Fluid

The fluid surrounding cells, making up about 3/4 of the ECF.

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Plasma

The liquid part of the blood, constituting about 1/4 of the ECF, containing proteins like albumin.

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Importance of fluid division

Homoeostasis, Electrochemical gradient, Exchange of materials, Osmotic baalnce