Bicarbonate

Why It Is Done

A bicarbonate (HCO3) test helps find and keeps track of conditions that affect blood bicarbonate levels, including many kidney diseases, some lung diseases, and metabolic conditions.

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Author:	Sydney Youngerman-Cole, RN, BSN, RNC	Last Updated: July 28, 2006
Medical Review:	Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine Robert L. Cowie, MB, FCP(SA), MD, MSc, MFOM - Pulmonology
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