GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Lugol’s solution (LS) was developed 1829 by the French physician Jean Guillaume August Lugol, initially as a cure for tuberculosis. It is a solution of elemental iodine (5%) and potassium iodide (KI, 10%) together with distilled water.

Detailed explanation-2: -LUGOL’S is an aqueous solution containing Iodine 5%, and potassium iodide 10%, w/v (LUGOL’s Solution). LUGOL’s is a transparent liquid with a deep brown color and the odor of iodine. LUGOL’S is supplied in 8 ml glass single-use bottles.

Detailed explanation-3: -This medication contains iodine and potassium iodide. It is used along with antithyroid medicines to prepare the thyroid gland for surgical removal and to treat certain overactive thyroid conditions (hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm).

Detailed explanation-4: -Take this medication by mouth as directed. Use the dropper that comes with the bottle to measure the correct dose. To improve the taste, mix the dose in a full glass (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) of water, milk, formula, or juice before taking. To decrease stomach upset, take this medication after meals or with food.

Detailed explanation-5: -To do this, note that iodide is 0.769 times the total KI present, the ratio of atomic weights of iodine to potassium. Then, [I + KI(0.769)]/ml = the concentration of iodine. 16.9 gr/(16.9 gr + 33.7 gr + 118 ml) = 0.10 or (10 %) A similar calculation can be performed for the strong iodine tincture.