A Shift to the Left Is Caused by Which of the Following

question 29

Multiple Choice

A shift to the left is caused by which of the following? (normal blood pH: 7.35-7.45)

• A)A blood pH of 7.54
• B)A body temperature of 103°F
• C)An increased 2, 3 BPG concentration
• D)An increased PCO₂

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