If an Individual Has a Normal GFR and a Hyperchloremic

question 11

Multiple Choice

If an individual has a normal GFR and a hyperchloremic normal anion gap metabolic acidosis with a freshly voided early morning urine specimen which has a pH of 6.5,what is the likely diagnosis?

• A) The pH It is increased above the reference interval due to the conversion of urea to ammonia.
• B) This pH is within the healthy reference interval for this specimen.
• C) The pH has decreased below the reference interval due to the urea content.
• D) There is likely the onset of distal renal tubular acidosis (RTA).

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