Alkalosis
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Alkalosis refers to a condition reducing hydrogen ion concentration of arterial blood plasma. Generally alkalosis is said to occur when arterial pH exceeds 7.45.
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Respiratory alkalosis
Results from increased alveolar respiration leading to elevated plasma carbon dioxide concentration. This leads to decreased hydrogen ion and bicarbonate concentrations..
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Metabolic alkalosis
Results from altered metabolism.
Results in decreased hydrogen ion concentration leading to increased bicarbonate and carbon dioxide concentrations. Caused due to hyperventilation.
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