1. This is the significant factor that prevents correction of the alkalosis . 2. Alkalosis is the opposite condition, with blood pH being excessively high.3. Alkalosis interferes with normal oxygen utilization by the brain.4. Thus, protracted vomiting can result in metabolic alkalosis . 5. Such a disturbance is called a metabolic alkalosis ( Fig . 12 ). 6. The alkalosis -induced euphoria can be followed rapidly by hypoxia-induced unconsciousness. 7. One hypothesis for the bird's adaptation to respiratory alkalosis is tracheal coiling. 8. Since sodium bicarbonate can cause alkalosis , it is sometimes used to treat aspirin overdoses. 9. This respiratory alkalosis reduces the concentration of HCO3 and return plasma pH to normal levels. 10. Improper balance can lead to dehydration, alkalosis , acidosis or other life-threatening changes.
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