Blood test at home | Medical Laboratory | Bicarbonate

Test	Bicarbonate
Description	The calculation of the total amount of CO2 in the blood. Enables verification of the breathing function. A role in the assessment of the acid-base balance (pH) in the body.
Testing moment	No fasting needed.
Low values causes	Hyperventilation Respiratory lactic acidosis Renal insufficiency
High values causes	Vomiting episodes Diarrhea Respiratory emphysema and breathing failure Respiratory acidosis Metabolic alkalosis Potassium (K) electrolyte deficiency Diuretics intake, such as furosemide
Notes	This blood test should be carried out from Monday to Friday and taken directly to the medical laboratory. The nurse will take the necessary precautions for this test. Associated blood tests : the electrolytes : Chlorines (CL), sodium (Na) and potassium (K).

To make an appointment for a blood test at home in order to assess your bicarbonate, call 514 975-5226 .