ABG Interpretation
After drawing an amount of arterial blood, it is sent to the analysis device to analyze the blood and know the percentage of a group of elements in it, and…
ABG Components and Values
The following parameters are samples of those that can frequently be found in ABG reports. Parameter Normal Range Meaning H+ 35 : 45 mmol/L Free hydrogen ion concentration (H+): This measures…
Differences Between ABG and VBG
Arterial blood gas (ABG) and venous blood gas (VBG) are two commonly used diagnostic tests in clinical settings that are used to assess the acid-base balance and oxygenation status of…
Methods of Blood Gases Measurment
The measurement of blood gases is an important part of the management of patients in critical care, emergency medicine, and anesthesia. The three most commonly measured blood gases are oxygen…
Gas Exchange Disorders
Various conditions can disrupt gas exchange process, leading to gas exchange disorders that can have serious consequences. Some of the most common gas exchange disorders include hypoxia, respiratory impairment type…
Gas Exchange
Blood gas exchange is a fundamental process that occurs within the human body to maintain adequate oxygen supply and remove excess carbon dioxide. This process occurs in the lungs, where…
Introduction to Blood Gases
Blood gases are an essential component of the clinical evaluation of patients with respiratory and metabolic disorders. Blood gases are measurements of the partial pressures of oxygen and carbon dioxide…