Understanding Your Bloodwork and How It Relates To Your Health Issues: A Reference Guide For Patients by Dr. Todd Strong

Author:Dr. Todd Strong [Strong, Dr. Todd]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Published: 2020-08-05T16:00:00+00:00

If CO2 level is above 32 mmol/L, you should ask your doctor to conduct a Pulmonary Function Test

Nutrition Note:

Low levels of CO2 may indicate a need for thiamine (Vitamin B1)

CHLORIDE

Chloride is an electrolyte controlled by the kidneys and levels may sometimes be affected by diet. This is an electrolyte involved in maintaining acid-base balance and helps to regulate blood volume and artery pressure.

Here are the ranges used to observe chloride levels:

Clinical Adult Range: 96-110 mmol/L

Optimal Adult Range: 100-106 mmol/L

Red Flag Range <90 or >115 mmol/L

Some common causes of chloride increase include: kidney problems, metabolic acidosis, too much water crossing the cell membrane. Other causes may include hyperventilation, anemia, prostate problems, excess intake of salt, and dehydration.

Some common causes of chloride decrease include: kidney problems, metabolic alkalosis, hypochlorhydria (too little acid in the stomach). Other causes may include diabetes, pneumonia, and intestinal obstruction.

Clinical Notes:

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