1. treated with or containing heparin, an anticoagulant drug used to prevent blood clots
Usage: medical/clinical term; commonly used in healthcare settings

Examples

• The nurse prepared a heparinized saline solution for the IV line.
• Heparinized blood samples must be kept at the correct temperature.
• The patient received heparinized fluids to prevent thrombosis during surgery.
• A heparinized catheter reduces the risk of clot formation.
• The laboratory uses heparinized tubes for certain blood tests.