Chapter 29, Problem 29.60CP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The importance of the ${\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}{\text{/HCO}}_{\text{3}}{}^{\text{-}}$ equilibrium in blood and urine should be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Homeostasis: Homeostasis is the state of the body where a constant internal condition is maintained. The temperature of the body, disposal of the waste products and the concentration of chemical compounds in the body which supplies energy are few of the conditions that has to be in a certain limit for the proper functioning of a particular organism. The $\text{pH}$ between 7.35 and 7.45 is required to maintain the homeostasis condition.

Acidosis or alkalosis can be referred as a condition outside the above given range.

Acidosis:

• $\text{pH}$ range will be below 7.35
• Classified into respiratory or metabolic acidosis.

Alkalosis:

• $\text{pH}$ range will be above 7.45
• Classified into respiratory or metabolic alkalosis.