Lab reference

HCO₃

ABG

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Reference range

Range22 to 26 mEq/L

About

The metabolic component of acid-base balance, calculated from the gas.

When it is low

Metabolic acidosis: DKA, lactic acidosis, RTA, diarrhea

When it is high

Metabolic alkalosis: vomiting, diuretics, hyperaldosteronism, contraction

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