Alkalosis

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.

Respiratory alkalosis

Results from increased alveolar respiration leading to elevated plasma carbon dioxide concentration. This leads to decreased hydrogen ion and bicarbonate concentrations..

Metabolic alkalosis

Results from altered metabolism.

Results in decreased hydrogen ion concentration leading to increased bicarbonate and carbon dioxide concentrations. Caused due to hyperventilation.

See also

• Acidosis