acidosis (Meaning)

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acidosis (n)

abnormally high acidity (excess hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues

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abnormally high acidity (excess hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues

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Metabolic acidosis occurs when there is an excess of acid in the body due to factors such as kidney dysfunction.

Respiratory acidosis can result from conditions that impair lung function, leading to an accumulation of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream.

Acidosis is a medical condition characterized by a lower-than-normal pH level in the blood, indicating increased acidity.

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a serious complication of diabetes that can lead to metabolic acidosis if not promptly treated.