Bicarbonate (HCO3-)
Posted: Tuesday, August 31st, 2021 | Updated: Tuesday, August 21st, 2021
Posted: Tuesday, August 31st, 2021 | Updated: Tuesday, August 21st, 2021
Canine Normal Values:
24-26 mEq/L
Feline Normal Values:
22-24 mEq/L
Significance:
Used in the assessment blood gases
Increases in Values:
May help support the assessment of metabolic alkalosis
Decreases in Values:
Decreased values may help support the assessment of metabolic acidosis
24-26 mEq/L
Feline Normal Values:
22-24 mEq/L
Significance:
Used in the assessment blood gases
Increases in Values:
May help support the assessment of metabolic alkalosis
Decreases in Values:
Decreased values may help support the assessment of metabolic acidosis
Sources:
Ford, Richard B., and Elisa M. Mazzaferro. Kirk and Bistner's Handbook of Veterinary Procedures and Emergency Treatment. 8th ed., Saunders Elsevier, 2006.
Ford, Richard B., and Elisa M. Mazzaferro. Kirk and Bistner's Handbook of Veterinary Procedures and Emergency Treatment. 8th ed., Saunders Elsevier, 2006.