What Is the Primary Chemical Event in Metabolic Alkalosis

question 70

Multiple Choice

What is the primary chemical event in metabolic alkalosis?

• A) Decrease in blood CO₂ levels
• B) Decrease in blood HCO₃^- levels
• C) Increase in blood CO₂ levels
• D) Increase in blood HCO₃^- levels

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