The kidneys are responsible for maintaining the balance of acids, bases, fluids and electrolytes in the body, avoiding significant fluctuations that can lead to life-threatening conditions. Acid, base ...

THERE has been an increasing interest in the study of cerebrospinal-fluid acid–base values because alterations in brain function during systemic acid–base disorders correlate poorly with blood or ...

Reviews of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 3, No. 3 (May - Jun., 1981), pp. 470-478 (9 pages) Many data indicate that the measurement of lactic acid levels in body fluids is a rapid, reliable means of early ...

Your body is constantly performing a delicate balancing act that most of us never think about. While we’re busy worrying about calories and carbs, a microscopic chemistry experiment determines how ...

Medically reviewed by Leigh Weddle, PharmD Key Takeaways Sodium can raise your blood pressure by causing fluid retention, while potassium helps lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.Magnesium ...