Meaning Of The Word Alkalosis

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What's The Definition Of Alkalosis?

alkalosis in American English
an abnormal condition in the body, often due to faulty metabolism, in which excessive alkali, or a loss of acid, raises the pH of the blood and tissue
noun: a condition of the blood and other body fluids in which the bicarbonate concentration is above normal, tending toward alkalemia

alkalosis in British English
noun: an abnormal increase in the alkalinity of the blood and extracellular fluids

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