A multi-part substitution infusion fluid for an extracorporeal blood
treatment and methods for using same are provided. Generally, the
multi-part substitution fluid comprises a first solution composed of
electrolites but without divalent cations and a second solution
comprising divalent cations. Another embodiment includes a third solution
comprising a matching citrate/citric acid anticoagulant. The described
methods of using the multi-part substitution infusion fluids
significantly reduce risks associated with various extracorporeal blood
treatments.