blood gases
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Blood gases are commonly measured, and with a logical, systematic approach they may be easily interpreted.
Blood gases provide information about:
- ventilation
- oxygenation and alveolar-arterial O2 gradient
- acid-base status
Note that to convert from kiloPascals to millimetres of mercury, multiply by 7.5.
Last reviewed 01/2018
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