Lab reference
Base Excess
ABG
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Reference range
| Range | -2 to 2 mEq/L |
About
How much acid or base would be needed to normalise the pH. A summary of the metabolic disturbance.
When it is low
Metabolic acidosis, base deficit
When it is high
Metabolic alkalosis, base excess
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