Acidoses
Acidoses refer to conditions characterized by an excess of acid in the blood, leading to a decrease in blood pH. Normally, blood pH is maintained within a narrow range of 7.35 to 7.45. When the pH falls below this range, it is termed acidosis. Acidoses can be classified based on their underlying cause and their effect on the body's metabolic and respiratory systems.
Metabolic acidosis arises from an imbalance in the body's acid-base balance due to a problem with the
Respiratory acidosis, on the other hand, is caused by a buildup of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the
The diagnosis of acidosis typically involves blood gas analysis, which measures the pH, partial pressure of