The Mystery of Blue Blood

Unraveling the Secrets of Artificial Blood

Introduction

  • In the early 1980s, Soviet scientist Professor Felix Beloyartsev made a breakthrough
  • Announced the creation of an emulsion capable of carrying oxygen throughout the body
  • Named the emulsion 'Perforan'
  • Questions arise: Did scientists truly recreate human blood? Why was the world's first artificial blood banned in the USSR?

Perforan: The Life-Saver

  • Despite the ban, Perforan begins saving lives
  • Revolutionary emulsion effectively delivers oxygen to organs
  • Prevents death in critical situations
  • Source of mystery: Why was it still banned?

The Blue Blood

  • Perforan appears blue when infused into the body
  • This unique property captivates researchers and the public
  • Initial research conducted in the 1970s
  • Why is it called blue blood if it looks white?
  • The blue hue in the body highly intriguing

Unanswered Questions

  • The shocking event that led to Professor Beloyartsev's death
  • Speculation on why he took his own life
  • Historian's account of the investigations
  • Loss of a brilliant mind and valuable research
  • What could have been achieved if allowed to continue?

Lost Opportunities

  • Current application of Perforan and ozone therapy
  • Positive results in wound healing and treatment of infections
  • Recommendations for wider use
  • Calling for the revival of Perforan research
  • The future of artificial blood and medical advancements