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83986 Assay ph body fluid not otherwise specified

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: pH body fluid, acid-base status

Quantitative measurement of pH (hydrogen ion concentration) in various body fluids including blood, cerebrospinal fluid, or synovial fluid.

Clinical Context

Assessment of acid-base status in critical illness, evaluate metabolic or respiratory acidosis/alkalosis. Determined from blood gas analysis in clinical practice.

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Specialties

PathologyCritical CareLaboratory Medicine

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