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Bicarbonate-deficit

Bicarbonate Deficits Calculator

Bicarbonate Deficit is condition caused by excessive organic or inorganic acids in the body. The excess may be due to abnormally high acid production which arises during fever and starvation or loss of bases. This calculator is used to calculate HCO3- (bicarbonate) deficits in patients with metabolic acidosis.

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Bicarbonate Deficit Calculator

Patients Weight  
HCO3 Desired (mEq/L)
HCO3 Measured (mEq/L)
Bicarbonate Deficiency (mEq)= ( )

 
   
  



Formula:

HCO3 deficit = 0.4 x wt(kg) x (desired HCO3 - measured HCO3)

Calculation of HCO3- (bicarbonate) deficits in patients is made easier. Free Online Medical Calculator.