Definition of Metabolic alkalosis

1. Noun. Alkalosis resulting from hydrogen-ion loss or excessive intake of alkaline substances.

Generic synonyms: Alkalosis

Medical Definition of Metabolic alkalosis

1. A metabolic derangement where the pH of the blood is abnormally high (basic). This condition may result from hyperventilation, the use of a particular drug, excessive vomiting or dehydration (contraction alkalosis). (27 Jun 1999)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Metabolic Alkalosis

metablog
metablogged
metablogging
metablogs
metabola
metabolas
metabole
metaboles
metabolia
metabolian
metabolians
metabolic
metabolic-pathway
metabolic-rate
metabolic acidosis
metabolic alkalosis (current term)
metabolic burst
metabolic calculus
metabolic clearance rate
metabolic coma
metabolic cooperation
metabolic coupling
metabolic craniopathy
metabolic disorder
metabolic encephalopathy
metabolic equivalent
metabolic indican
metabolic mucinosis
metabolic pathway

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