HCO3 (Bicarbonate)
Sample: Blood, Serum (Immediately measured )
Schedule: Daily
Units: mmo/L
Range: 1,1 - 1,5
Remarks: HCO3 test is useless if test is not done immediately after blood is taken. The test is used as part of acid-base and electrolyte balance status. HCO3 is increased in metabolic alkalosis and decreased in metabolic acidosis (with respective compensated respiratory acidosis and alkalosis).
