Consider the following statements about Tincture of Iodine :
- 1. It is an antiseptic solution.
- 2. Iodine is kept in alcohol-water mixture.
- 3. Concentration of iodine is very low.
How many of the above statements is/are correct ?
1
2
3
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UPSC CDS-2 – 2022
1. It is widely used as an antiseptic solution to disinfect wounds and the skin surface before surgery or injections.
2. Tincture of iodine is traditionally prepared by dissolving iodine (often with potassium iodide or sodium iodide to increase solubility) in a mixture of alcohol (ethanol) and water.
3. The concentration of iodine in tincture of iodine preparations is typically low, ranging from about 2% to 7%. This low concentration is sufficient for its antiseptic effect and minimizes skin irritation.