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alkalosis Definition

al·ka·lo·sis (al′kə lōsis)

noun pl. -·ses′-sēz′

an abnormal condition in the body, often due to faulty metabolism, in which excessive alkali, or a loss of acid, raises the pH of the blood and tissue

Etymology: alkal(i) + -osis

alkalosis Related Forms
al′·ka·lot·ic (-lätik) adjective
alkalosis Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • cause: Hypocalcaemia can occur following rapid administration of citrated blood or lavage volumes of albumin and in alkalosis caused by hyperventilation.

Adjective modifier

  • metabolic: Loss of gastric secretions, therefore, results in a metabolic alkalosis.
  • respiratory: In more serious disease states, such as severe asthma or moderate pulmonary embolism, respiratory alkalosis may occur.
  • hypokalaemic: Fluid and electrolyte disturbance - sodium and water retention, hypertension, potassium loss, hypokalaemic alkalosis, edema.
  • mixed: Specific Hazards - in adults, a mixed respiratory alkalosis and metabolic acidosis is usual.

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