This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General surgery, Subject name: Surgery
Amputated digits are preserved in 
Select and explain. 
A. Cold saline, B. Cold ringer lactate, C. Plastic bag in ice, D. Deep freezer
C: Plastic bag in ice
Answer: C: Plastic bag in ice 
Explanation: The amputated digits are cleansed under saline solution, wrapped in saline moistened gauze, and placed in a plastic bag The plastic bag containing the pa is then placed on (not packed in) a bed of ice in a suitable container The amputated pa should never be immersed in Non-physiological solution such as antiseptics or alcohol Ref: Sabiston 20th edition Pgno :1996