HENDERSON-HASSELBALCH EQUATION
pH = 6.1 + log ([HCO3
–] / (0.03) (PaCO2))
Normal arterial blood pH: 7.4 (normal range: 7.35 - 7.45)
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Where:
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[HCO3
–]
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=
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Serum bicarbonate concentration
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PaCO2
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=
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Arterial carbon dioxide partial pressure
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